English to English Dictionary

Crustal Plate

A large, rigid segment of the Earth's lithosphere that moves and interacts with other plates.

Cry-On-Someone's-Shoulder

To express one's emotions, particularly sadness, by leaning on someone for comfort.

Cry-of-alarm

A loud call or shout intended to warn others of danger or an emergency.

Crypt

An underground room or vault used as a burial place.

Crème Anglaise

A smooth, creamy custard sauce made from milk, sugar, and egg yolks, often used as a dessert sauce.

Cube-root

A number that, when multiplied by itself twice (cubed), gives the original number.

Cubit

An ancient unit of length based on the distance from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, typically measuring about 18 inches (45.72 cm).

Cuca

A mythical creature or figure in folklore, often depicted as a witch or a bogeyman.

Cue-Card

A card containing prompts or cues for a speaker, often used in presentations or performances.

Cuisine

A style or method of cooking, especially as characteristic of a particular country, region, or establishment.

Cul-de-sac

A street or passage closed at one end.

Culinary

Relating to cooking or the kitchen.