English to English Dictionary

Pitch-correction

An electronic audio processor or software algorithm that detects vocal or instrumental performance and adjusts off-key notes to the nearest correct pitch.

Pitch-perfect

Demonstrating flawless accuracy, appropriateness, or exactness in tone, style, or musical pitch.

Plagiarism

The practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own.

Plague

A contagious bacterial disease characterized by fever and delirium, often fatal.

Plantarcrista

A ridge or crest located on the plantar surface of the foot.

Plastron

The ventral or lower part of the shell of a turtle or tortoise.

Plausibility

The quality of seeming reasonable or probable.

Play your cards close to your vest

To keep one's intentions, plans, or resources secret from others.

Pleader

A person who pleads a case in a court of law.

Plummet

To fall or drop straight down at high speed.

Pneumonic

Relating to or affecting the lungs.

Poignard

A small slender dagger, typically having a triangular or diamond-shaped blade.