English to English Dictionary

Diel

Relating to, or occurring within, a 24-hour period; most commonly used in ecological and biological contexts to describe daily cycles.

Dieresis

A diacritical mark (two dots ¨) placed over a vowel to indicate that it is pronounced in a separate syllable rather than as part of a diphthong.

Diesel

An internal combustion engine in which heat ignited by the compression of air is used to raise the temperature of the fuel to the point of ignition, used especially as a heavy-duty power source.

Differential

A difference between amounts, values, or rates.

Difficulty

The state or condition of being hard to deal with, overcome, or understand.

Diffuseness

The quality of being spread out widely or diffused, rather than concentrated in a single area or focus.

Diffusion

The spreading of something more widely, or the movement of molecules from a region of higher concentration to one of lower concentration.

Dig one's own grave

To do something that will cause one's own failure, downfall, or ruin.

Digestion

The process of breaking down food by mechanical and enzymatic action in the alimentary canal into substances that can be used by the body.

Digitization

The process of converting information into a digital format.

Dignified

Having or showing a serious, calm, and controlled manner that deserves respect.

Dignitary

A person considered to be important because of high rank or office, especially in government or church.