English to English Dictionary

Cell biology

The branch of biology that studies the structure, function, behavior, and life cycle of cells, as well as their physiological properties and interactions.

Censure

The formal expression of severe disapproval.

Centralized state

A sovereign political entity in which power, administration, and policy-making are concentrated in a single central authority rather than distributed among regional or local governments.

Centric

Placed at, relating to, or situated in the center; central.

Charismatic

Exercising a compelling charm that inspires devotion in others.

Chide

To scold or rebuke someone mildly.

Chippiness

A state of irritability, touchiness, or readiness to take offense, often stemming from an inferiority complex or perceived slights.

Chromatography

An analytical technique for separating a mixture by passing it in solution or suspension through a medium in which the components move at different rates.

Church-officer

A person who holds an office or performs administrative or ministerial duties in a church.

Ciliary body

The part of the eye that connects the choroid with the iris, containing the ciliary muscle and secretory processes that produce aqueous humor.

Cipher

A secret or disguised way of writing; a code used to encrypt and decrypt confidential messages.

Circadian

Happening or recurring at approximately 24-hour intervals, especially in reference to biological processes.