English to English Dictionary

Runway

A narrow, elevated platform that fashion models walk along to display clothing and accessories.

Rural outpost

A small, remote settlement or military post located far away from cities and towns in the countryside.

Ryukyu

A chain of Japanese islands extending southwest from Kyushu to Taiwan.

radiotelescope

An instrument used to detect radio emissions from the sky, consisting of a directional antenna and a receiver.

rally

A mass meeting of people loyal to a particular cause or political party.

ramifications

A complex or unwelcome consequence of an action or event.

rascal

A mischievous person, animal, or child.

rasterizer

A software component or hardware device that converts vector graphics or 3D models into a set of pixels or dots for display on a screen or printer.

reactance

The opposition of a circuit element to an alternating current, caused by the buildup of electric or magnetic fields, measured in ohms.

recession

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

recompense

Compensation or reward given for loss or harm suffered or for effort made.

reconciliation

The restoration of friendly relations.