English to English Dictionary

/dɪˈmɛnʃənəl əˈlaɪnmənt/ [dimensional alignment]

[noun] The state or process of bringing different spatial, temporal, or metaphysical planes into a synchronized or parallel configuration.

/dɪˈmɛnʃənəl kənˈsɪstənsi/ [dimensional consistency]

[noun] The requirement that all terms in a physical equation must have the same fundamental dimensions (such as length, mass, or time) to ensure the equation is physically meaningful.

/daɪˈmɛn.ʃən.əl ˈmɪsˌmætʃ/ [dimensional mismatch]

[noun] An incompatibility or discrepancy between the number of dimensions, scales, or coordinate axes of two or more interacting data structures, mathematical models, or physical components.

/ˈdɪm.ər/ [dimmer]

[noun] A device used to vary the brightness of an electric light by controlling the amount of current flowing to it.

/ˌdɪŋ.ki ˈdaɪ/ [dinky di]

[adjective] Genuine, authentic, or truly Australian.

/ˈdɪn.ər/ [dinner]

[noun] The main meal of the day, eaten either around midday or in the evening.

/ˈdɪnər dæns/

[noun] A social event that combines a formal evening meal with an opportunity for dancing, often held for a special occasion, a celebration, or as a fundraiser.

/ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪ.kəl.i/ [diplomatically]

[adverb] In a manner that shows skill in dealing with people or situations in a sensitive, tactful, and non-confrontational way.

/dɪˈrɛkt ɪkˈsprɛʃ.ən/

[noun] Communication or representation that is straightforward, explicit, and without ambiguity, circumlocution, or hidden meaning.

/dɪˈrek.ʃən/ [direction]

[noun] The path or course along which someone or something moves, points, or is aimed.

/dɜːrdʒ/ [dirge]

[noun] A mournful song, piece of music, or poem, typically performed as a memorial or rite for the dead.

/dɜːrt/ [dirt]

[noun] A substance such as mud or soil that makes something unclean; earth or soil.

/ˈdɜːrti dʒoʊk/ [dirty joke]

[noun] A humorous anecdote, remark, or story that relies on sexual, scatological, or otherwise taboo subject matter for its comedic effect.

/dɪsəˈfɪliˌeɪt/ [disaffiliate]

[verb] To end a formal connection or association with a larger organization, group, or institution.

/ˌdɪs.əˈlaʊ/ [disallow]

[verb] To refuse to admit or accept as valid; to reject or prohibit officially.

/ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/ [disappointment]

[noun] The feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations.

/dɪˈsɑːrm ʌp/ [dis-arm up]

[verb] To completely deactivate, neutralize, or render a security system, explosive device, or defensive mechanism non-functional.

/ˌdɪs.əˈsɛm.bəl/ [disassemble]

[verb] To take something apart into its constituent pieces or parts.