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10 Language-to-English Dictionariesentrance
An opening, such as a door, passage, or gate, that allows access to a place.
entrenched
Firmly established and difficult or unlikely to change; ingrained.
enumerate
To mention (a number of things) one by one; to list.
enzyme
A substance produced by a living organism that acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction.
epidermis
The outer layer of cells covering an organism, in particular the outer layer of the skin.
equalizer
An electronic device or software that allows adjustment of the relative volumes of different frequency bands in an audio signal.
espresso
A strong coffee brewed by forcing hot steam through finely ground dark-roasted coffee beans.
ethnocentrism
Evaluation of other cultures according to preconceptions originating in the standards and customs of one's own culture.
ethylene
A flammable gaseous olefin, C2H4, obtained from petroleum and natural gas, used as a chemical feedstock and as a plant hormone that promotes fruit ripening.
etymology
The study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.
evocative
Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.
evocativeness
The quality of bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.