English to English Dictionary

Pastime

An activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment when they are not working.

Pastry chef

A station chef in a professional kitchen skilled in the preparation of pastries, desserts, bread, and other baked goods.

Pathogen

A bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease.

Patisserie

A shop where pastries and cakes are made and sold.

Patronage

The support given by a patron, especially a financial one.

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.

Payola

The practice of bribing someone, especially a radio broadcaster, to commercialize a product or play a particular song.

Peacemaker

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

Peak

The pointed top of a mountain or a high point of land.