English to English Dictionary

Paronymous

Having the same derivation or root; cognate.

Part-payment

An amount of money paid towards a debt or purchase that is less than the total amount due, with the understanding that the remainder will be paid later.

Passage

A narrow way, path, or channel allowing access between different places or rooms.

Passively

In a way that allows things to happen or for someone else to take action, without responding or resisting.

Pasteurization

The process of heating a food, usually a liquid, to a specific temperature for a definite length of time in order to kill harmful bacteria without significantly changing its composition.

Pastime

An activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment when they are not working.

Pastoralist

A breeder and keeper of grazing animals such as sheep, cattle, or goats, typically engaging in nomadism or transhumance.

Pastry

A dough of flour, fat, and water used as a base or covering for baked dishes such as pies.

Pastry chef

A station chef in a professional kitchen skilled in the preparation of pastries, desserts, bread, and other baked goods.

Patisserie

A shop where pastries and cakes are made and sold.

Patronizing

Showing or characterized by a superior attitude towards others; condescending.

Patter

A rapid continuous sound, such as that of light taps on a surface.