English to English Dictionary

barb

A sharp projection near the end of an arrow, fishhook, or similar item, angled away from the main point so as to make extraction difficult.

bargain

An agreement between two parties agreeing on what each will give or do for the other.

beacon

A fire or light set up on a high or prominent position as a warning, signal, or landmark.

behemoth

A huge or monstrous creature, or something extremely large and powerful, such as a corporation.

belt

A strip of leather or other material worn around the waist to support clothing or as decoration.

benchmark

A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.

beneath

At a lower level or layer than; under.

benign

Gentle and kind.

benignity

Kindness or tolerance arising from mildness or gentleness of disposition.

benzene

A colorless, volatile, flammable liquid hydrocarbon that is a important industrial solvent and starting material for many organic compounds.

biannual

Occurring twice a year; semiyearly.

bias

Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.