English to English Dictionary

Steep slope

An inclined surface of ground, a roof, or other structure that rises or falls sharply at a high angle relative to the horizontal plane.

Step on someone's toes

To unintentionally or intentionally offend, upset, or insult someone, especially by encroaching on their territory, duties, or privileges.

Step-down

An act of resigning or relinquishing a position of authority, power, or responsibility.

Stereotype

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.

Sterilization

The process of making something free from bacteria or other living microorganisms.

Stick It to Someone

To punish, penalize, or severely mistreat someone, especially by overcharging or taking unfair advantage of them.

Stirring

Causing great excitement or strong emotions; inspiring.

Stoichiometry

The calculation of relative quantities of reactants and products in chemical reactions.

Stoke

To add fuel to a fire and stir it up to make it burn more brightly or intensely.

Stopover

A brief stay or halt during a journey, especially a long-distance flight or trip.

Strabismus

A visual defect in which the eyes are improperly aligned and point in different directions.

Strain

A force tending to pull or stretch something to an extreme degree, or an injury caused by such force.