General Vocabulary

bassinet C2

/ˌbæs.ɪˈnɛt/ a small bed for a newborn baby, traditionally basket-shaped and sometimes fitted with a hood Meaning Off Sound Off

yardstick C2

/ˈjɑɹdˌstɪk/ a straight measuring stick one yard, or thirty-six inches, long Meaning Off Sound Off

esprit C2

/eˈspriː/ lively intelligence, wit, or vivacious cleverness Meaning Off Sound Off

tankard C2

/ˈtæŋkɚd/ large drinking vessel with one handle Meaning Off Sound Off

floe C2

/floʊ/ A flat sheet of ice floating on the surface of the sea. Meaning Off Sound Off

paleontology C2

/ˌpeɪliənˈtɑːlədʒi/ the scientific study of prehistoric life through fossils and other remains preserved in rocks Meaning Off Sound Off

basilisk C2

/ˈbæz.ə.lɪsk/ a mythical serpent or dragon said to kill by its breath or gaze Meaning Off Sound Off

antithesis C2

/ænˈtɪθ.ɪ.sɪs/ The exact opposite of something. Meaning Off Sound Off

spyglass C2

/ˈspaɪˌɡlæs/ a small portable telescope, especially a collapsible refracting telescope used at sea Meaning Off Sound Off

crevasse C2

/kɹəˈvæs/ a deep crack or fissure in a glacier, ice sheet, or snowfield Meaning Off Sound Off

meteorology C2

/ˌmiːti.əˈɹɑləd͡ʒi/ The scientific study of the atmosphere, especially the weather and forecasting it. Meaning Off Sound Off

incubus C2

/ˈɪŋkjəbəs/ in folklore, a male demon believed to lie upon and sexually assault sleeping women Meaning Off Sound Off

anthology C2

/ænˈθɑləd͡ʒi/ A collection of poems, stories, or other writings, often by different authors. Meaning Off Sound Off

nocturne C2

/ˈnɑːk.tɝːn/ a gentle, lyrical, or dreamlike musical composition suggestive of night, especially one for solo piano Meaning Off Sound Off

acolyte C2

/ˈæk.ə.laɪt/ An altar server. Meaning Off Sound Off

cheval C2

/ʃəˈvæl/ a supporting frame, especially a frame holding a full-length mirror that can be tilted; also short for cheval glass Meaning Off Sound Off

harmonics C2

/hɑɹˈmɑnɪks/ the study of musical sounds, harmony, and their acoustic relationships Meaning Off Sound Off

pewter C2

/ˈpjuːtər/ a grey, workable alloy consisting chiefly of tin mixed with small amounts of other metals Meaning Off Sound Off

bearskin C2

/ˈbɛrˌskɪn/ the pelt of a bear, especially when used as a rug or covering Meaning Off Sound Off

trice C2

/traɪs/ only in 'in a trice': a very short time; an instant Meaning Off Sound Off

currant C2

/ˈkʌɹənt/ a small tart red, black, or white berry growing on a shrub of the genus Ribes Meaning Off Sound Off

reverb C2

/ˈɹiːˌvɜː(ɹ)b/ An electronic effect that adds echoes or a sense of space to a recorded sound. Meaning Off Sound Off

stargazing C2

/ˈstɑrˌɡeɪzɪŋ/ observation of the stars Meaning Off Sound Off

rigmarole C2

/ˈrɪɡməˌroʊl/ a long, complicated, and often unnecessary procedure Meaning Off Sound Off

phantasm C2

/ˈfæntæzəm/ an apparition, phantom, or image that appears real but has no physical existence Meaning Off Sound Off

polecat C2

/ˈpoʊlˌkæt/ a dark-brown Eurasian mustelid that releases a strong-smelling secretion when threatened Meaning Off Sound Off

womankind C2

/ˈwʊm.ənˌkaɪnd/ old-fashioned: women considered collectively, especially in contrast with men Meaning Off Sound Off

puce C2

/pjuːs/ a color varying from dark purplish brown to dark red Meaning Off Sound Off

swipes C2

/swaɪps/ dated British slang: weak, watery, or inferior beer Meaning Off Sound Off

firelight C2

/ˈfaɪɚ.laɪt/ The light of a fire, such as from a campfire or fireplace. Meaning Off Sound Off

polyp C2

/ˈpɑːlɪp/ an abnormal growth projecting from a mucous membrane, such as in the nose or colon Meaning Off Sound Off

quintet C2

/kwɪnˈtɛt/ a musical composition for five performers Meaning Off Sound Off

kilowatt C2

/ˈkɪləˌwɑːt/ a unit of power equal to one thousand watts; symbol kW Meaning Off Sound Off

bantam C2

/ˈbæntəm/ a chicken of a naturally small breed or a miniature variety of a larger breed Meaning Off Sound Off

midwinter C2

/ˌmɪdˈwɪntɚ/ the middle and often coldest part of winter Meaning Off Sound Off

hansom C2

/ˈhænsəm/ Ellipsis of Hansom cab. Meaning Off Sound Off

lozenge C2

/ˈlɑz.ɪnd͡ʒ/ a small medicated tablet or sweet, often used for a sore throat Meaning Off Sound Off

elan C2

/eɪˈlɑːn/ energetic confidence, enthusiasm, and stylish flair Meaning Off Sound Off

proconsul C2

/proʊˈkɑːnsəl/ in ancient Rome, a former consul or other magistrate given consular authority to govern a province or command an army Meaning Off Sound Off

succour C2

/ˈsʌkɚ/ Aid, assistance, or relief given to one in distress; ministration. Meaning Off Sound Off

jackknife C2

/ˈdʒækˌnaɪf/ a large pocketknife whose blade folds into the handle Meaning Off Sound Off

lyceum C2

/laɪˈsiːəm/ a hall or association providing public lectures, debates, readings, or concerts Meaning Off Sound Off

goer C2

/ˈɡoʊɚ/ One who, or that which, goes. Meaning Off Sound Off

idyll C2

/ˈaɪ.dəl/ a simple poem or prose work portraying pastoral life or a peaceful, contented scene Meaning Off Sound Off

sycophant C2

/ˈsɪkəfænt/ One who uses obsequious compliments to gain self-serving favour or advantage from another; a servile flatterer. Meaning Off Sound Off

shoestring C2

/ˈʃuːstrɪŋ/ a cord or lace used to fasten a shoe Meaning Off Sound Off

mote C2

/moʊt/ a tiny particle or speck, especially one visible in the air Meaning Off Sound Off

oleander C2

/ˌoʊliˈændɚ/ a poisonous evergreen shrub with narrow leathery leaves and clusters of white, pink, or red flowers, widely grown in warm regions Meaning Off Sound Off

saunter C2

/ˈsɔntɚ/ a careless leisurely gait Meaning Off Sound Off

duodenum C2

/ˌduːəˈdiːnəm/ the first and shortest section of the small intestine, between the stomach and the jejunum Meaning Off Sound Off

stegosaurus C2

/ˌstɛɡəˈsɔrəs/ a large herbivorous dinosaur of the genus Stegosaurus, with upright plates along its back and spikes on its tail Meaning Off Sound Off

asymmetry C2

/eɪˈsɪmɪtɹi/ An absence of symmetry or proportion between the parts of a thing, or a distinction that produces such a lack of symmetry. Meaning Off Sound Off

praetor C2

/ˈpriːtər/ an annually elected magistrate of the Roman Republic, especially one responsible for administering justice Meaning Off Sound Off

flambeau C2

/ˈflambəʊ/ A burning torch, especially one carried in procession. Meaning Off Sound Off

brouhaha C2

/ˈbruˌhɑˌhɑ/ A noisy and excited reaction to something, often greater than it deserves. Meaning Off Sound Off

colitis C2

/kəˈlaɪtɪs/ inflammation of the colon Meaning Off Sound Off

engraver C2

/ɪnˈɡreɪvɚ/ a craftsperson or artist who cuts words or designs into a hard surface, or prepares engraved plates for printing Meaning Off Sound Off

codicil C2

/ˈkɑdəsəl/ a legal document added to a will to explain, modify, add, or revoke a provision Meaning Off Sound Off

bedclothes C2

/ˈbɛdˌkloʊðz/ sheets, blankets, quilts, and other coverings used on a bed Meaning Off Sound Off

eglantine C2

/ˈɛɡlənˌtaɪn/ a prickly Eurasian wild rose with fragrant leaves, pink flowers, and red hips; sweetbrier Meaning Off Sound Off

cottonwood C2

/ˈkɑːtənˌwʊd/ any of several North American poplar trees whose seeds have tufts of cottonlike hairs Meaning Off Sound Off

shrike C2

/ʃɹaɪk/ a predatory songbird with a hooked bill, known for impaling uneaten prey on thorns or wire Meaning Off Sound Off

carbolic C2

/kɑrˈbɑlɪk/ phenol, especially when used as an antiseptic or disinfectant Meaning Off Sound Off

rathole C2

/ˈrætˌhoʊl/ a burrow, entrance, or hole made or used by a rat Meaning Off Sound Off

toadstool C2

/ˈtoʊdˌstuːl/ a mushroom, especially one regarded as poisonous or unsuitable for eating Meaning Off Sound Off

agave C2

/əˈɡɑːveɪ/ any of a genus of succulent plants with a rosette of thick, often spiny leaves and a tall flowering stalk Meaning Off Sound Off

tern C2

/tɝːn/ a slender seabird related to gulls, typically with long pointed wings and a forked tail Meaning Off Sound Off

presbytery C2

/ˈprɛzbɪtɛri/ in Presbyterian churches, a governing council of ministers and elected elders from congregations in a district Meaning Off Sound Off

apoplexy C2

/ˈæpəplɛksi/ dated: sudden unconsciousness or paralysis caused by a stroke or cerebral hemorrhage Meaning Off Sound Off

broadsword C2

/ˈbrɔːdˌsɔːrd/ a sword with a broad blade, typically sharpened on both edges and designed mainly for cutting Meaning Off Sound Off

galoot C2

/ɡəˈluːt/ slang, mildly insulting or humorous: a fellow, especially one who is awkward, foolish, or uncouth Meaning Off Sound Off

homily C2

/ˈhɑməli/ a sermon explaining a religious or moral subject, especially one based on a passage of scripture Meaning Off Sound Off

tenderfoot C2

/ˈtɛndɚˌfʊt/ an inexperienced newcomer, especially one unaccustomed to frontier, outdoor, or mining life Meaning Off Sound Off

shipman C2

/ˈʃɪpmən/ Synonym of sailor Meaning Off Sound Off

nib C2

/nɪb/ the pointed part of a pen that contacts the writing surface and delivers ink Meaning Off Sound Off

goiter C2

/ˈɡɔɪtər/ an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland that can cause swelling at the front of the neck Meaning Off Sound Off

noddy C2

/ˈnɑːdi/ any of several stout-bodied tropical seabirds of the genus Anous, closely related to terns Meaning Off Sound Off

opossum C2

/əˈpɑsəm/ a mainly nocturnal American marsupial with a pointed snout and usually a long, nearly hairless prehensile tail Meaning Off Sound Off

goldfinch C2

/ˈɡoʊldˌfɪnt͡ʃ/ small European finch having a crimson face and yellow-and-black wings Meaning Off Sound Off

chicanery C2

/ʃɪˈkæɪn(ə)ɹi/ Deception by the use of trickery, quibbling, or subterfuge. Meaning Off Sound Off

crag C2

/kɹæɡ/ A rocky outcrop; a rugged steep cliff or rock. Meaning Off Sound Off

whippoorwill C2

/ˈʍɪp.ɚˌwɪl/ a nocturnal North American nightjar whose repeated call sounds like 'whip-poor-will' Meaning Off Sound Off

underbrush C2

/ˈʌndɚˌbɹʌʃ/ shrubs, young trees, ferns, and other dense vegetation growing beneath taller trees Meaning Off Sound Off

panacea C2

/ˌpæn.əˈsiː.ə/ A solution to all problems. Meaning Off Sound Off

prelate C2

/ˈprel.ət/ a Christian cleric of high rank or authority, such as a bishop, archbishop, or abbot Meaning Off Sound Off

copra C2

/ˈkɑːprə/ the dried white flesh or kernel of a coconut, from which coconut oil is extracted Meaning Off Sound Off

burgh C2

/ˈbʌɹoʊ/ a borough in Scotland Meaning Off Sound Off

enchanter C2

/ɪnˈtʃæntɚ/ a magician or sorcerer who casts spells Meaning Off Sound Off

harelip C2

/ˈhɛrˌlɪp/ dated and sometimes offensive: a cleft lip, a congenital opening or split in the upper lip Meaning Off Sound Off

naivete C2

/nɑːˌiːvəˈteɪ/ lack of experience, judgment, or sophistication Meaning Off Sound Off

rosebush C2

/ˈɹoʊzˌbʊʃ/ any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses Meaning Off Sound Off

isthmus C2

/ˈɪsməs/ a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas and bordered by water on both sides Meaning Off Sound Off

hegemony C2

/hɪˈd͡ʒɛ.mə.ni/ the dominance or leadership of one social group or nation over others Meaning Off Sound Off

handmaid C2

/ˈhændˌmeɪd/ dated or historical: a female personal servant or attendant Meaning Off Sound Off

chloral C2

/ˈklɔːr.əl/ a pungent, colorless oily aldehyde, CCl3CHO, used to make chloral hydrate and other chemicals Meaning Off Sound Off

breakwater C2

/ˈbreɪkˌwɔtɚ/ a barrier built offshore or at a harbor entrance to reduce the force of waves and protect the water or coast behind it Meaning Off Sound Off