English to English Dictionary

Chisel

A long-bladed hand tool with a bevelled blade used to carve or cut hard materials such as wood, stone, or metal.

Chivalry

The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code.

Chive

A small species of perennial herb whose leaves are used as a culinary herb, having a mild onion-like flavor.

Chowder

A rich, thick soup or stew typically made with seafood or vegetables, milk or cream, and potatoes.

Chowtime

The scheduled or customary time for a meal, especially in a communal or institutional setting.

Christ

The title of Jesus, used as a name or title representing him as the Messiah prophesied in the Old Testament.

Chuckle

To laugh quietly or inwardly, typically in a suppressed manner.

Circular

Having the shape of a circle; round.

Circumcision

The surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis.

Circumstance

A condition or fact connected with an event or action; an attending detail or factor.

Citation

A quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author, especially in a scholarly work.

Clammer

To climb awkwardly or with difficulty, often making a loud noise; to clamber.