German to English Dictionary (Deutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch)

biennial

Taking place once every two years.

cache

A collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place.

castigate

To reprimand someone severely.

centrifugation

The process of using centrifugal force to separate substances of different densities, such as in a centrifuge.

compulsion

An irresistible urge to behave in a certain way, especially against one's conscious wishes.

cyst

A thin-walled sac or capsule in the body containing fluid or semi-solid material.

cytoplasm

The material or protoplasm within a living cell, excluding the nucleus.

detonator

A device used to trigger an explosion, such as a cap or electronic charge.

grant

An amount of money given by a government or other organization for a particular purpose.

layover

A period of waiting between two parts of a journey, especially a flight.

pliers

A hinged tool used for gripping things or for bending and cutting wire.

repulse

Drive back (an attacking force).