English to English Dictionary

Markup

The amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit, resulting in the retail price.

Marrakesh

A major city of the Kingdom of Morocco, located in the southwest of the country near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.

Marriage proposal

An offer or request made by one person to another asking for their hand in marriage.

Marsh

An area of low-lying land that is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide, and typically remains waterlogged at all times.

Marshland

An area of low-lying land that is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide, and typically remains waterlogged at all times.

Martyr

A person who is killed because of their religious or other beliefs.

Mascara

A cosmetic used for darkening, lengthening, curling, coloring, and thickening the eyelashes.

Mascarpone

A rich, double- or triple-cream Italian cheese made from cow's milk, commonly used in desserts like tiramisu.

Masonry

The work or art of a mason; stonework or brickwork.

Masquerade

A false show or pretense; a social gathering of people wearing masks.

Mass

A coherent, typically large body of matter with no definite shape.

Massage

The action of rubbing, kneading, or stroking the body's soft tissues to relieve tension, improve circulation, or promote relaxation.