English to English Dictionary

Parboil

To boil (food) until it is partly cooked.

Parchment

A stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal, usually a sheep or goat, used as a durable writing surface in ancient and medieval times.

Pardon

The action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offense, specifically the official exemption of a person from the penalties of a crime.

Parley

A conference between opposing sides in a dispute, especially a discussion of terms for truce or other matters.

Parliamentarian

A member of a parliament, especially one who is experienced, active, or influential in parliamentary affairs.

Parochialism

A narrow outlook or restriction of scope to a local area or specific context, with little regard for broader or global perspectives.

Pass-the-buck

The act of shifting responsibility or blame onto another person.

Pastoralist

A breeder and keeper of grazing animals such as sheep, cattle, or goats, typically engaging in nomadism or transhumance.

Pasturage

Lands or fields covered with grass or other suitable plants for the grazing of livestock.

Patently false

Clearly, obviously, and undeniably untrue without the need for complex investigation.

Patronizing

Showing or characterized by a superior attitude towards others; condescending.

Paucity

The presence of something in only small or insufficient quantities; scarcity.