English to English Dictionary

Merl

An archaic or dialectal (chiefly Scottish) term for the common Eurasian blackbird (Turdus merula).

Metabasis

A rhetorical figure by which a speaker or writer briefly outlines what has been said and what is next to be spoken of.

Metate

A quern consisting of a flat or slightly concave stone on which seeds, grains, or other materials are ground using a smaller hand stone.

Metathesis

The transposition of sounds or syllables within a word, such as the historical shift from Old English 'bridd' to Modern English 'bird'.

Microcellular

Consisting of or characterized by very small cells or cavities, typically on the micrometer scale.

Millegiglia

A countless number or an immense multitude of things.

Mimesis

Imitation or representation of the aspects of the real world, especially in literature, art, and film.

Minicellular

Consisting of or characterized by extremely small cells, particularly in biological tissues or micro-architectures.

Minifundium

An extremely small farm or agricultural landholding that is typically insufficient to support a single family adequately.

Monition

A warning, caution, or advisory notice given to someone regarding their conduct or an impending danger.

Mosotho

A native or inhabitant of Lesotho, or a person of Sotho ethnicity.

Mouch

To sponge, loaf about, or wander idly with intent to pilfer or seek handouts.