English to English Dictionary

Statutory basis

The legal authority or foundation derived from an enacted statute or law that empowers an agency or entity to act.

Statutory law

Written law passed by a legislative body or the proper governmental authority, as distinguished from unwritten or common law.

Stay

To continue to be in a particular place or condition; not to leave.

Stay Time

The duration of time spent in a specific location or situation.

Stead

A place or position; a situation where one is situated.

Steadfastness

The quality of being resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.

Steadiness

The quality of being steady, stable, or constant.

Steady

Firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving.

Steam

The vapor into which water is converted when heated.

Steam Engine

A machine that converts the energy of steam into mechanical work.

Steam generator

An apparatus used to create steam by applying heat to water, commonly utilized in power plants, industrial processes, and steam locomotives.

Steamed-bun

A type of bread or bread-like item that is cooked by steaming rather than baking, often filled with meat, vegetables, or sweet pastes.