English to English Dictionary

Amphitheater

An oval or circular open-air building with tiers of seats around a central central area, used in ancient Rome for gladiatorial contests and spectacles.

Amphora

A tall ancient Greek or Roman jar with two handles and a narrow neck, used for carrying oil or wine.

Amplification

The action of enlarging upon or adding detail to a story or statement.

Anachronism

A thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists, especially a old-fashioned or outdated person, custom, or idea.

Anarchy

A state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority or other controlling systems.

Ancillary Services

Services that are supportive of, secondary to, or provided in addition to a core product or primary service offering.

Anemometer

An instrument for measuring the speed of the wind, typically consisting of rotating cups or blades.

Angel investor

An affluent individual who provides capital for a business start-up, usually in exchange for convertible debt or ownership equity.

Anguish

Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.

Animist

A person who believes that non-human entities—such as animals, plants, and inanimate objects—possess a spiritual essence or soul.

Anise

An herbaceous annual plant of the parsley family, native to the Mediterranean region, cultivated for its aromatic seeds.

Annexure

A document or piece of text added as a supplement to a main document, report, or contract.