English to English Dictionary

Captain's bed

A bed featuring a built-in framework with rows of drawers, shelving, or storage compartments directly underneath the mattress platform.

Captain-of-Industry

A business leader or entrepreneur who is influential in their industry and contributes significantly to economic growth.

Captivate

To attract and hold the interest and attention of someone.

Captive-bred

Born and raised in captivity under human care, rather than in the wild.

Caramelize

To convert sugar into caramel by heating it, or to cook food so that it becomes coated with caramel or browns due to the browning of natural sugars.

Carapace

The hard upper shell of a turtle, crustacean, or arachnid.

Card Counter

A person who keeps track of the cards that have been dealt in a card game, especially in blackjack, to gain an advantage.

Cash infusion

A sudden supply of money provided to a business, organization, or individual to help them overcome financial difficulties or fund growth.

Castral

Relating to a castle or fort.

Castrati

Male singers who were castrated before puberty to maintain their high vocal range.

Cataclysmic

Relating to or denoting a catastrophic event that causes sudden and violent changes or destruction.

Catastrophic

Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.