English to English Dictionary

Crusty Bread

A type of bread characterized by a hard, crisp outer crust and a soft interior.

Cry

A loud vocal expression of emotion, especially sorrow or pain.

Cry-On-Someone's-Shoulder

To express one's emotions, particularly sadness, by leaning on someone for comfort.

Cry-of-alarm

A loud call or shout intended to warn others of danger or an emergency.

Crying

The act of shedding tears, often as a result of strong emotion.

Crypt

An underground room or vault used as a burial place.

Crypto-Jew

A Jew who practices their religion in secret, often due to fear of persecution.

Crème Anglaise

A smooth, creamy custard sauce made from milk, sugar, and egg yolks, often used as a dessert sauce.

Cube

A three-dimensional geometric figure with six equal square faces.

Cube-root

A number that, when multiplied by itself twice (cubed), gives the original number.

Cubit

An ancient unit of length based on the distance from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, typically measuring about 18 inches (45.72 cm).

Cuca

A mythical creature or figure in folklore, often depicted as a witch or a bogeyman.