Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

Abattoir

A slaughterhouse.

Almond

The oval edible seed of the almond tree, growing in a woody shell inside a peach-like husk.

Alter

To change or cause to change in character, composition, or structure, typically in relatively small ways.

Alternative-medicine

A group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not presently considered to be a part of conventional medicine.

Amelioration

The act or process of making something bad or unsatisfactory better.

Anlace

A medieval, straight, tapering dagger, broad at the hilt and double-edged, commonly worn at the girdle.

Back-massage

The manual or mechanical manipulation of the muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the back to relieve tension, reduce stress, or alleviate pain.

Backrub

An act of rubbing or massaging a person's back, typically performed to relieve tension or provide comfort.

Batterer

A person who commits violent physical assault or domestic abuse against a partner, family member, or dependent.

Beat around the bush

To speak evasively, or to avoid addressing a sensitive or difficult topic directly.

Behavior pattern

A recurring, relatively consistent set of actions or responses exhibited by an individual or group in specific situations.

Bellow

To emit a deep, loud roar, typically in pain, anger, or exertion.