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English Words Starting with “P

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pace

/peɪs/ [pace]

[noun] A single step taken in walking or running; the distance covered by a step.

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pack animal

/ˈpæk ˌæn.ɪ.məl/ [pack animal]

[noun] An animal, such as a mule, donkey, or camel, that is used to carry heavy loads or equipment, typically in regions where vehicles cannot travel.

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packages

/ˈpækɪdʒɪz/ [packages]

[noun] Plural form of package: objects or collections of objects wrapped in paper or boxed for shipping or storage.

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packer

/ˈpæk.ər/ [packer]

[noun] A person or machine that packs goods, especially for transport or storage.

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packing material

/ˈpæk.ɪŋ məˈtɪə.ri.əl/ [packing material]

[noun] Substances or objects used to protect goods during transport or storage by cushioning them against shock, vibration, or impact.

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pact

/pækt/ [pact]

[noun] A formal agreement or treaty between two or more parties, often between countries or groups, to cooperate or refrain from certain actions.

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pale

/peɪl/ [pale]

[adjective] Light in color or having little color; lacking intensity or saturation.

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pansy

/ˈpæn.zi/ [pansy]

[noun] A popular cultivated garden plant with colorful, velvety flowers marked with contrasting shades.

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panting

/ˈpæn.tɪŋ/ [panting]

[noun] Breathing with short, quick breaths, typically as a result of exertion or excitement.

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parade

/pəˈreɪd/ [parade]

[noun] A public procession of people, often including bands, floats, or soldiers, moving along a street to celebrate a special day or event.

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paragram

/ˈpær.əˌɡræm/ [paragram]

[noun] A word play or pun formed by altering one or more letters of a word; a sort of anagram or similar-sounding variation used for witty effect.

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parches

/ˈpɑːrtʃɪz/ [parches]

[verb] Makes or causes something to become very dry, typically as a result of intense heat.

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parchment

/ˈpɑːrtʃ.mənt/ [parchment]

[noun] 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.

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parietal bone

/pəˈraɪ.ɪ.təl boʊn/ [parietal bone]

[noun] Either of two skull bones that together form the roof and sides of the cranium.

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parity

/ˈpær.ə.ti/ [parity]

[noun] The state or condition of being equal, especially regarding status, pay, or value.

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park-likeness

/ˈpɑːrkˌlaɪk.nəs/ [park-likeness]

[noun] The quality or state of resembling a park, typically characterized by open expanses of grass interspersed with scattered, mature trees.

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parkness

/ˈpɑːrk.nəs/ [parkness]

[noun] The quality, state, or characteristic of resembling a public park, particularly in offering lush greenery, open recreational space, and a tranquil atmosphere.

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parochial

/pəˈrəʊkɪəl/

[adjective] Relating to a church parish.

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