English to English Dictionary

Orientalism

The representation of Asia, especially the Middle East, in a stereotyped way that is regarded as embodying a colonialist attitude.

Originality

The ability to think independently and create new, fresh, or unique ideas and works.

Ornateness

The quality of being ornate; elaborately decorated or adorned.

Orphrey

An ornamental band or border, especially one made of gold or silver thread, used in ecclesiastical vestments.

Orris

The dried rhizome of the iris plant, used in perfumery and cosmetics.

Orthograph

The conventional spelling system of a language.

Orthography

The conventional spelling system of a language.

Orthonormal

Referring to a set of vectors that are mutually orthogonal and each of unit length.

Oscillation

Movement back and forth at a regular speed.

Oscillatory

Relating to or characterized by oscillation or periodic motion.

Osculum

A small opening or orifice, especially in a biological or anatomical context.

Osis

A suffix used in medical terminology to denote a condition, usually abnormal or diseased.