English to English Dictionary

/ˌpleɪn ˈspiː.kɪŋ/ [plain speaking]

[noun] The act of expressing one's thoughts, opinions, or intentions clearly, honestly, and directly, without mincing words or using euphemisms.

/plænt kɛr tɛkˈniːks/ [plant care techniques]

[noun] The specific methods, skills, and practices used to maintain, cultivate, and promote the healthy growth of plants.

/ˈplæntɪŋ/ [planting]

[noun] The act or process of placing seeds, bulbs, or plants in the ground to grow.

/ˈplæz.mə ˈmɛm.breɪn ˈmɑːr.kər/ [plasma membrane marker]

[noun] A specific protein, lipid, or carbohydrate molecule located on the surface of a cell that is used by researchers to identify, isolate, or visualize the plasma membrane.

/ˈplæstɪk/ [plastic]

[noun] A synthetic or semi-synthetic organic compound that is malleable and can be molded into solid objects of diverse shapes.

/ˈplæt.ɪ.tjuːd/ [platitude]

[noun] A remark or statement, especially one with a moral content, that has been used too often to be interesting or thoughtful.

/pləˈtɑː.nɪk/

[adjective] (of a relationship or affection) Close, intimate, and affectionate, but strictly non-sexual and non-romantic.

/ˈplæt.ər/ [platter]

[noun] A large, relatively flat dish or tray used for serving food.

/pleɪ/ [play]

[verb] To engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than for a serious or practical purpose.

/pleɪ ɪt kloʊs tuː ðə vɛst/ [play it close to the vest]

[idiom] To be very cautious, secretive, or guarded about one's intentions, plans, or resources.

/ˈpleɪˌfɛl.oʊ/ [play-fel-low]

[noun] A companion or friend with whom one plays, especially a child.

/ˈpleɪ.fəl.nəs/ [playfulness]

[noun] The quality of being lighthearted, full of fun, and inclined to joke or engage in enjoyable, non-serious activities.

/ˈpleɪ.meɪt/ [playmate]

[noun] A companion who plays with another, especially a child.

/pleɪz æt hoʊm/ [plays at home]

[idiom] To participate in a game, match, or performance at one's own venue, or to engage in recreational activities within one's own residence.

/pleɪz əˈweɪ/ [plays away]

[verb] To engage in a sports fixture at an opponent's ground or venue (third-person singular present of 'play away').

/ˈpliː.dər/ [pleader]

[noun] A person who presents a case or argument in a court of law, or one who makes an earnest appeal or request.

/plɛdʒd ˈdɛl.ɪ.ɡət/ [pledged delegate]

[noun] A representative at a political party's presidential nominating convention who is bound or committed to vote for a specific candidate based on the results of the state's primary or caucus.

/pləˈθɔːrɪk/ [plethoric]

[adjective] Characterized by an excessive amount or abundance of something; overfull or bloated.