English to English Dictionary

Abdomen

The part of the body of a vertebrate containing the digestive organs and bladder; the belly.

Aberdeen

A major city and port in northeastern Scotland, known for its granite architecture and oil industry.

Absentee

A person who is regularly or deliberately absent from a place of work, duty, or study.

Absorbent

Tending to absorb or having the capacity to soak up liquid, moisture, or other substances easily.

Absorption

The process or action by which one thing absorbs or is absorbed by another.

Abstinence

The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol, food, or sex.

Absurdity

The quality or state of being ridiculous or wildly unreasonable.

Abuse

The improper use of something, or the use of something to bad effect.

Academy

A place of study or training in a special field.

Acceleration

The increase in the rate or speed of something.

Acceptance

The action of consenting to receive or undertake something offered.

Accessible

Able to be reached or easily gotten; able to be easily used or understood.