English to English Dictionary

Zabaione

A light, frothy Italian dessert or custard made by whipping egg yolks, sugar, and sweet wine (usually Marsala) over gentle heat.

Zealotry

Fanatical and uncompromising pursuit of a religious, political, or other ideal.

Zerubbabel

A historical and biblical governor of Judah in the late 6th century BCE known for rebuilding the Temple in Jerusalem.

Zexism

A belief or ideology that promotes the superiority of one gender over another, particularly in the context of sexual identity.

Zonule

A small band, zone, or girdle, especially the suspensory ligament of the lens of the eye (zonule of Zinn).

Zounds

An archaic expression of surprise, anger, or indignation.

Zuotin

A cellular protein found in yeast that acts as a chaperone and associates with ribosomes, playing a critical role in protein folding and translation.

Zymology

The branch of science that deals with fermentation and the chemical processes associated with it.

abrogate

To repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement).

anamnesis

A medical history gathered by a physician from a patient's observations and memories.

asperse

To attack the reputation of (someone); to slander or defame.

aspersion

An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone or something.