German to English Dictionary (Deutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch)

desiccate

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

deterrence

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

detestable

Deserving utter hatred or disgust; abominable.

elderly

Old or ageing; past middle age.

enumerate

To mention (a number of things) one by one; to list.

expansive

Covering a wide area in terms of space or scope; extensive.

extraordinary

Very unusual or remarkable.

eyebrow

The strip of hair growing on the ridge above the eye socket.

eyelid

Each of the upper and lower folds of skin which cover the eye when closed.

gaunt

Lean and haggard, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age.

gear

A toothed wheel that works with others to alter relation between the speed of a driving mechanism and the speed of the driven parts.

highway

A main road for travelling at higher speeds, especially one connecting major towns or cities.