English to English Dictionary

Hindrance

A thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone.

Hock

In debt or in pawn; heavily obligated financially.

Holy See

The episcopal jurisdiction of the Pope in Rome, constituting the central government of the Roman Catholic Church.

Hooboku

The practice of turning livestock out to graze on open pastureland.

Hoodwink

To deceive or trick someone, especially by using cleverness or false appearances.

Hooligan

A violent young troublemaker, typically one of a gang.

Hors d'oeuvre

A small savory dish, typically one served as an appetizer before the main course of a meal.

Horse's ass

An obnoxious, irritating, or foolish person.

Hubris

Excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to a person's downfall.

Hui

A predominantly Muslim ethnic minority group living primarily in China, sharing cultural traits with the Han majority while maintaining distinct Islamic traditions.

Humiliator

A person who causes someone to feel ashamed, foolish, or publicly disgraced.

Husbandry

The cultivation and production of crops and livestock, commonly referred to as farming or agriculture.