English to English Dictionary

Patter

A rapid continuous sound, such as that of light taps on a surface.

Pawn

To deposit an item of personal property with a pawnbroker as security for money lent.

Pawnshop

A shop where loans are made with personal property left as security.

Payday loan

A relatively small amount of money lent at a high rate of interest on the agreement that it will be repaid when the borrower receives their next wages.

Peacemaker

A person who brings about peace, especially by reconciling adversaries.

Peer

A person of the same age, status, or ability as another specified person.

Pelts

The undressed skin of a fur-bearing animal.

Penalize

To subject someone to a penalty or punishment for breaking a law, rule, or regulation.

Peoria

A city located in central Illinois, United States, situated along the Illinois River.

Percentage

A rate, number, or amount in each hundred.

Perseverance

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

Persist

Continue in an opinion or course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.