English to English Dictionary

Bibliophile

A person who loves or collects books, especially rare or fine editions.

Bichon Frise

A small breed of dog of Spanish and Belgian/French descent, characterized by a white, powder-puff curly coat and a cheerful, gentle demeanor.

Big

Of considerable size, extent, or intensity.

Bikini

A two-piece swimsuit for women.

Bildungsroman

A novel that deals with the formative years, moral development, and psychological growth of the protagonist from youth to adulthood.

Biochemistry

The branch of science concerned with the chemical and physicochemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms.

Biodiversity

The variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat, a high level of which is usually considered to be important and desirable.

Bioethics

The ethics of medical and biological research, clinical practice, and technological innovation.

Biological diversity

The variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat, a high level of which is usually considered to be important and desirable.

Biology

The scientific study of life and living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution.

Birthday-bash

A large, lively, and celebratory party held to mark someone's birthday.

Bistate

Involving or relating to two distinct states, particularly in a political, geographic, or administrative context.