French to English Dictionary (Dictionnaire Français-Anglais)

demarcation

The action or process of fixing the boundary or limits of something.

desiccate

To remove the moisture from something; cause to become completely dry.

desolate

-(Of a place) uninhabited and giving an impression of bleak and empty loneliness.

deterrence

The action of discouraging an action or event through instilling doubt or fear of the consequences.

detestable

Deserving utter hatred or disgust; abominable.

dialectectic

The art or practice of arriving at the truth by using conversation involving question and answer.

dialectics

The art or practice of arriving at the truth by the exchange of logical arguments.

dichotomy

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

disaffiliation

The process or act of officially separating or severing a connection with a larger organization, group, or institution.

disperse

To distribute or spread over a wide area.

drilling-fluid

A fluid used in oil and gas well drilling to cool and lubricate the drill bit, carry cuttings to the surface, and maintain wellbore pressure.

ebullient

Overflowing with fervor, enthusiasm, or excitement; bubbling up like boiling water.