Wiktionary simplewiktionary https://simple.wiktionary.org/wiki/Main_Page MediaWiki 1.47.0-wmf.20 case-sensitive Media Special Talk User User talk Wiktionary Wiktionary talk File File talk MediaWiki MediaWiki talk Template Template talk Help Help talk Category Category talk TimedText TimedText talk Module Module talk Event Event talk classical 0 3396 564131 478354 2026-09-18T02:30:21Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564131 wikitext text/x-wiki {{AWL}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklæsɪkl̩/}} * {{audio|en-us-classical.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|clas|si|cal}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # '''Classical''' ideas or [[style]]s are those that were very common at a time in the past and sometimes continue into the present. #: '''''Classical''' theories in physics can't explain certain observations, which has led scientists to come up with new theories.'' === Related words === * [[classical music]] 4rae1h0k8ljbd21fxniys0rbxy0i819 soap 0 3964 564196 562973 2026-09-18T11:27:07Z Minorax 27347 564196 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/soʊp/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/səʊp/}} * {{audio|en-us-soap.ogg|US}} * {{audio|en-uk-soap.ogg|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Handmade soap.jpg|thumb|A bar of '''soap''']] # {{uncountable}} '''Soap''' is a [[solid]] or [[liquid]] that you use to [[wash]] things. #: ''The '''soap''' slipped out of her hand in the shower.'' #: ''We washed the dog with '''soap''' and water.'' #: ''The '''soap''' bubbles filled the sink.'' === Related words === * [[detergent]] * [[shampoo]] {{-}} == Verb == {{verb}} # {{transitive}} If you '''soap''' something, you put '''soap''' on it. #: ''I '''soaped''' her hair while my daughter splashed in the bath.'' === Related words === * [[soapy]] * [[saponify]] cmtw36e9gpvroilop098pgc8fe1p0cv classic 0 4021 564130 478353 2026-09-18T02:30:14Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564130 wikitext text/x-wiki {{wikipedia}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklæ.sɪk/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-classic.wav|UK}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # If something is classic, it's [[typical]]. #: ''Richard Branson is a '''classic''' example of success without schooling.'' # If something is '''classic''', it has a long [[history]] and it is liked. #: ''His clothes were a mixture of '''classic''' and modern styles.'' === Synonyms === * [[classical]] * [[traditional]] === Antonyms === * [[modern]] * [[unique]] == Noun == {{noun}} # A '''classic''' is a book, play, song, etc. that has a long [[history]] and is liked. #: ''Every time a '''classic''' like that comes on the radio, I just have to stop and listen.'' #: ''This book has become a '''classic''' of Canadian fiction.'' # {{plural}} The '''classics''' are the [[language]] and [[art]] from ancient Rome and Greece. #: ''You've never read Homer? Schools don't teach the '''classics''' these days.'' 0vywaidelc61hs4itewdgcbs0zbq0xi clumsiness 0 5404 564165 509563 2026-09-18T02:34:10Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564165 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|clumsy|ness}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklʌm.zi.nəs/}} * {{SAMPA|/"klVm.zi.n@s/}} * {{audio|en-us-clumsiness.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun|2=clumsinesses}} # {{cu noun}} '''Clumsiness''' is a [[lack]] of [[coordination]]; it is the condition of being [[clumsy]]. {{ant|awkwardness}} sf2zsut2o8mewpcormdbm3uc2lkrrwu closed 0 6132 564142 481576 2026-09-18T02:31:24Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564142 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/kləʊzd/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/kloʊzd/}} * {{audio|en-us-closed.ogg|US}} == Verb == {{verb|clos|e}} # {{past tense and participle of|close}} == Adjective == {{adj}} # Not [[open]]. #: ''The store is '''closed''' on the weekends.'' # Not available to the [[public]]. #: ''I used a '''closed''' source to write the article.'' === Antonyms === * [[open]] === Synonyms === * [[shut]] h92sks0q38xr316cw1tnpgfbfl4qgqe chosen 0 8724 564112 461676 2026-09-18T02:28:55Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564112 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{enPR|chōz'ən}}, {{IPA|/ˈtʃəʊ.zən/}} * {{US}} {{enPR|chōz'ən}}, {{IPA|/ˈtʃoʊ.zən/}} * {{audio|en-us-chosen.ogg|US}} == Verb == {{verb2|choose|chooses|chose|chosen|choosing}} # {{past participle of|choose}} == Adjective == {{adj}} #If something is '''chosen''' it is the one someone chose. #: ''Medicine was his '''chosen''' profession.'' #Something '''chosen''' is the special one. That is '''chosen''' often means set aside for a special [[purpose]]. #: ''Christians believe that Jesus was God's '''chosen''' one.'' #In some [[religion]]s, a '''chosen''' people is a group of people that are special to God. #: ''In the Bible, the Jews are God's chosen people.'' #: ''The gospel choir was called "The Frozen Chosen" because they lived in a cold place and where born again Christians.'' aom7szva1hsv2orkjo60r7qokguxh9w unwind 0 8814 564189 511608 2026-09-18T02:35:39Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564189 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|wind}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌn'waɪnd/}} * {{audio|en-au-unwind.ogg|AU}} == Verb == {{verb2|unwind|unwinds|unwound|unwound|unwinding}} # If you '''unwind''', you [[relax]]. #: ''I just need to '''unwind''' after work.'' # The opposite of [[wind#Verb|wind]] {{context|verb}}. If you '''unwind''' something like a [[string]] or a [[scarf]], you make it so that it is not around and around something anymore. #: ''You need to '''unwind''' the string from the ball.'' ane8w36w1d7ttik688adspzj8uspxe4 clumsy 0 9344 564166 488308 2026-09-18T02:34:15Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564166 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklʌmzi/}} * {{audio|en-us-clumsy.ogg|US}} == Adjective == {{adj|clumsy|clumsier|clumsiest}} # A '''clumsy''' person is not [[skill]]ful or [[grace]]ful when [[perform]]ing a [[movement]]. #: ''He is very '''clumsy'''. He might break the dishes.'' # A '''clumsy''' object or idea is one [[create]]d without much [[plan]]ning. #: ''This solution is '''clumsy'''. I do not think it will work.'' qazbtyqkzzfx01fl8u0lmz6uni447ex unobtainium 0 9508 564174 515062 2026-09-18T02:34:46Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564174 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˌʌn.əbˈteɪ.ni.əm/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/(ˌ)ʌn.ɒbˈteɪ.nɪ.əm/|/-əb-/|}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-unobtanium.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|un|ob|tain|i|um}} == Noun == {{noun4}} # {{humor}} {{neologism}} '''Unobtainium''' is a [[fiction]]al material that has [[extraordinary]] {{r|propert|ies}} and is considered very difficult, maybe even [[impossible]], to [[obtain]]. #: ''Science-fiction works have a lot of devices that could not even exist if they were not made of '''unobtainium'''!'' === Related words === * [[unobtainable]] 0zo8m27b68f0sl5xgymi37x3kffh0xj clerk 0 10218 564154 499524 2026-09-18T02:32:46Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564154 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{AU}} {{IPA|/aːk/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ɑː(r)k/}} * {{US}} {{enPR|klerk}}, {{IPA|/klɝk/}} * {{audio|en-us-clerk.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''clerk''' is a person who keeps an organization's records. #: ''I called the city '''clerk''''s office to see if they had a record of her birth.'' # {{countable}} A sales '''clerk''' is the person in a shop who helps you find things you want to buy. #: ''A convenience store '''clerk''' was arrested for selling cigarettes to children.'' # {{countable}} A desk '''clerk''' is the person at a hotel who registers guests. #: ''The desk '''clerk''' called a taxi for us.'' # {{countable}} A law '''clerk''' is a person, often a junior lawyer, who is the assistant of a judge or another lawyer. === Related words === * [[clerkship]] == Verb == {{verb}} # If you '''clerk''', you work as a clerk, especially as a law clerk. #: ''She '''clerked''' for the judge in 1992, and says she and her fellow clerks worked "as many hours as we could stay awake, often past midnight and on weekends."'' [[Category:People]] [[Category:Legal jobs]] 6blwjou0ghns9epfy0f69i7v281ltkn coach 0 10318 564169 476307 2026-09-18T02:34:25Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564169 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/kəʊtʃ/}}, {{SAMPA|/k@UtS/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/koʊtʃ}}, {{SAMPA|/koUtS/}} * {{audio|en-us-coach.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun|2=coaches}} [[File:NarrowGauge coach Vígľaš.jpg|thumb|A '''coach'''.]] # {{countable}} {{sport}} A '''coach''' is a teacher of a sport. #: ''Even though his team won, first-year '''coach''' Andrew Johnson was not happy.'' #: ''Parkview's new assistant girls soccer '''coach''' Karen Kingston has led the Panthers team to a 4-1 record.'' #: ''Mrs. Schenkman, the seventh grade girls' basketball '''coach''', had ended practice for the day.'' # {{countable}} A '''coach''' is a private teacher, often to help prepare for a particular test, job, or situation. # {{countable}} A '''coach''' is a bus or a car of a train with seats for many people. #: ''Thomas the Tank Engine was pulling his '''coaches''' Annie and Clarabel back into Knapford Station.'' # {{countable}} A '''coach''' is a vehicle pulled by a horse. === Synonyms === * [[tutor]] * [[trainer]] * [[instructor]] == Verb == {{verb|coach|es}} # {{ti verb}}, {{sport}} If you '''coach''' a person or a team, you teach them how to do a sport. #: ''She '''coaches''' girls gymnastics at Middlebury High School.'' # {{transitive}} If you '''coach''' someone, you help them prepare for a particular test, job, or situation. === Synonyms === * [[train]] * [[instruct]] [[Category:People]] lc1eaal5kt4ue218qy9whvb7yekv2m6 coast 0 10355 564171 495941 2026-09-18T02:34:32Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564171 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{enPR|kōst}} * {{IPA|/kəʊst/}} * {{SAMPA|/k@Ust/}} * {{audio|en-us-coast.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} The '''coast''' is the area of land closest to the sea. #: ''The hotel was near the '''coast''' and their room had a balcony from which they could see the distant ocean.'' #: ''The numbers of fish along the Atlantic '''coast''' declined from heavy fishing, construction of dams, and pollution.'' # If the '''coast''' is clear, nobody is looking, so you can do something without anyone knowing. #: ''He looked out the window to see if the '''coast''' was clear.'' === Related words === * [[coastal]] <gallery> File:Barbados_beach.jpg|A sandy coast File:Cliffs_and_foreshore_at_Boulby.jpg|A rocky coast File:Ca-map.png|Canada with St. John's on the east coast and Prince Rupert on the west coast </gallery> == Verb == {{verb}} # {{intransitive}} If a vehicle '''coasts''', it continues to move forward without needing new energy. #: ''The car gradually '''coasted''' to a stop.'' #: ''He rested as the bike '''coasted''' down the hill.'' [[Category:Landforms]] n1whokonb7z1kp40gl5lwt6evrhani7 chorus 0 10824 564110 463402 2026-09-18T02:28:50Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564110 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈkɔːrəs/}} * {{audio|en-us-chorus.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun|chorus|choruses}} [[File:CSRACA chorus.jpg|thumb|A '''chorus''']] # {{countable}} A '''chorus''' is a musical group, usually in four parts. #: ''He is in the school '''chorus'''.'' # {{countable}} A '''chorus''' is the part of a song that is [[repeated]]. #: ''I don't know many of the words, but I can sing the '''chorus'''.'' 1soi57w9rdhpa1atu594vkwitq4yxz7 clearer 0 12111 564148 406673 2026-09-18T02:32:21Z Minorax 27347 564148 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklɪərə/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklɪrɚ/}} * {{audio|en-us-clearer.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|clear|er}} == Adjective == {{adj|clear|clearer|clearest}} # {{comparative of|clear}} k915rojucg0vwuvyv6xiw2sdwixjabn china 0 13167 564099 473173 2026-09-18T02:27:40Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564099 wikitext text/x-wiki {{see|China}} === Pronunciation === * {{enPR|chī'nə}} * {{IPA|/ˈtʃaɪ.nə/}} * {{SAMPA|/"tSaI.n@/}} * {{audio|en-us-china.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun|china|none}} # {{uncountable}} Very good [[dishes]]. They are often [[expensive]] and [[decorated]] with a [[design]]. #: ''We only get out the good '''china''' for special guests.'' <gallery> File:Herend-China.jpg|A china tea set File:Cibulak.jpg|A china plate </gallery> {{stub}} j9h0tke06z3pjtamgmhqxl8hgi55uq5 chuck 0 13554 564116 491397 2026-09-18T02:29:12Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564116 wikitext text/x-wiki {{see|Chuck}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/tʃʌk/}} * {{audio|en-au-chuck.ogg|AU}} == Verb == {{verb}} # {{informal}} If you '''chuck''' something, you [[throw]] it. #: ''Ouch! Why'd you throw the ball so hard? You didn't have to '''chuck''' it at me!'' # {{informal}} If you '''chuck''' something, you throw it away. #: ''The fruit has gone bad, I'm going to '''chuck''' it.'' === Related words === * [[upchuck]] == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Chuck.png|thumb|Chuck meat]] # [[Meat]] from the [[shoulder]] of a [[cow]] or other animal. 1zx4dwtohkti4uda2fujq3ctclz39cd chose 0 16783 564111 461679 2026-09-18T02:28:53Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564111 wikitext text/x-wiki ==== Pronunciation ==== * {{UK}} {{enPR|chōz}}, {{IPA|/tʃəʊz/}} * {{US}} {{enPR|chōz}}, {{IPA|/tʃoʊz/}} * {{audio|en-us-chose.ogg|US}} == Verb == {{verb2|choose|chooses|chose|chosen|choosing}} # {{past tense of|choose}} hf4oe8ifebvq7wqr4kkuqn1afyltk3x closer 0 17687 564161 483970 2026-09-18T02:33:53Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564161 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈkloʊsɚ/}} * {{audio|en-us-closer-adj.ogg|US}} == Preposition == {| border=0 width=100% |bgcolor="#e2e2ff" valign=top width=33%| Positive<br /> '''[[close]]''' | width=0.5% | |bgcolor="#e2e2ff" valign=top width=32%| Comparative<br /> {{#ifeq:{{{more}}}|true|'''more {{PAGENAME}}'''|{{#if:closer|{{#ifeq:closer|none|''none''|{{creatable|comparative|close|'''closer'''}}}}|''none''}}}} | width=0.5% | |bgcolor="#e2e2ff" valign=top width=33%| Superlative<br /> {{#ifeq:{{{more}}}|true|'''most {{PAGENAME}}'''|{{#if:closest|{{#ifeq:closest|none|''none''|{{creatable|superlative|close|'''[[closest]]'''}}}}|''none''}}}} | width=0.5% | |} # {{comparative of|close}} == Adjective == {{adj|close|closer|closest}} # {{comparative of|close}} == Noun == {{noun}} {{sectstub}} [[Category:Prepositions]] fbhkjj449j02oikhgl9o6213p7edxzd clobber 0 18007 564139 481812 2026-09-18T02:30:50Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564139 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklɒb.ə(r)/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklɑb.ɚ/}} * {{audio|EN-AU ck1 clobber.ogg|AU}} * {{hyph|clob|ber}} == Verb == {{verb}} # {{transitive}} If you '''clobber''' someone, then you [[hit]] or [[strike]] them hard. qra90bdrksa7storcif6o0fyxuxwdfb untrue 0 18232 564186 521298 2026-09-18T02:35:29Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564186 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|true}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈtruː/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-untrue.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|un|true}} == Adjective == {{adj}} # If something is untrue, then it is not [[correct]] or is [[false]]. #: ''The statement made by the defendant was '''untrue'''.'' rzzyxodu1cjiiohy7hwjamva8xpx1bc childless 0 20029 564096 506110 2026-09-18T02:27:21Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564096 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|child|less}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈtʃʌɪldləs/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-childless.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|child|less}} == Adjective == {{adj}} # If someone is '''childless''', he or she does not have any [[children]]. 7m6jduz1tsrb2s6fqupmst4tjhxf8gs cloudlike 0 22913 564163 507109 2026-09-18T02:34:05Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564163 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|cloud|like}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klaʊdlaɪ̯k/}} * {{audio|en-us-cloudlike.ogg|US}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # If something is '''cloudlike''', it looks like a [[cloud]] or some [[characteristic]] of a cloud. === Related words === * [[cloud]] {{exstub}} fbdu11yl6ybg1y7sh8c3zepqdd43qc6 clownfish 0 23395 564164 520578 2026-09-18T02:34:07Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564164 wikitext text/x-wiki {{wikipedia}} === Word parts === {{compound|clown|fish}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klaʊnfɪʃ/}} * {{audio|en-us-clownfish.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|clown|fish}} == Noun == {{noun|clownfish|clownfish|clownfishes}} [[File:Clownfish.jpg|thumb|a clownfish]] # {{zoology}}, {{countable}} A '''clownfish''' is an [[orange]] and [[white]] striped [[salt water]] [[fish]] that is known for its [[relationship]] with [[sea anenome]]s. #: ''There were '''clownfish''' in the [[exhibit]].'' # {{plural of|clownfish}} [[Category:Fishes]] 644a9lelxwr5265udofopgc2pk4z2a5 cliff 0 24186 564157 481860 2026-09-18T02:32:53Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564157 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klɪf/|[kl̥ʰɪf]}} * {{audio|en-us-cliff.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Red Cliff along US287 between Lander and Dubois in Wyoming.jpg|thumb|A '''cliff''' alongside a road]] # {{countable}} A '''cliff''' is a [[vertical]] (straight up and down) [[rock]] face. #: ''Don't go too close to the '''cliff''' or you will fall off.'' mfp4zlni8j06wx7fb82kcrlrpkgxxhc cheerio 0 24576 564091 492991 2026-09-18T02:26:24Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564091 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈtʃɪər.i.əʊ/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈt͡ʃɪər.i.oʊ/}} * {{audio|EN-AU ck1 cheerio.ogg|AU}} == Interjection == {{interjection}} # '''cheerio''' is another word for [[goodbye]]. i0w2gb1qsp0o5emkfaxvw3ukkw22s1r clutch 0 24577 564167 479682 2026-09-18T02:34:17Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564167 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klʌt͡ʃ/}} * {{audio|en-us-clutch.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun|2=clutches}} # The '''clutch''' is the device in a car that changes [[gear]]. #: ''The '''clutch''' pedal is controlled with the left foot in [[manual]] cars.'' == Verb == {{verb|clutch|es}} # {{transitive}} If you '''clutch''' something, you hold it in your hand very [[tightly]]. ski6dss443ar0vgnj99q7yjv2feassl cinema 0 24814 564120 501458 2026-09-18T02:29:38Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564120 wikitext text/x-wiki {{Wikipedia}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈsɪn.ɪ.mə/|/ˈsɪn.ə.mə/}} * {{audio|en-us-cinema.ogg|US}} * {{audio|en-uk-cinema.ogg|UK}} * {{hyph|cin|e|ma}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Regal Cinemas No. 14.jpg|thumb|A '''cinema'''.]] # {{countable}} A '''cinema''' is a [[building]] that shows [[movie]]s. {{syn|movie theater|movie theatre}} #: ''The '''cinema''' in my town has two screens and has four showings every day.'' [[Category:Movie]] [[Category:Buildings and structures]] 64jdf4u7zj8xarv9xrxfeqxixolnii7 clinic 0 24819 564136 505165 2026-09-18T02:30:40Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564136 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{enPR|klĭn'ĭk}}, {{IPA|/ˈklɪnɪk/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-clinic.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|clin|ic}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Linggiu Village Clinic.jpg|thumb|A '''clinic''' in [[Malaysia]].]] # {{countable}} {{medicine}} A '''clinic''' is a place to see the doctor for health checkups or to buy [[medicine]]. #: ''He felt ill yesterday, so he had to visit the '''clinic''' to buy some medicine.'' === Related words === * [[clinical]] * [[clinically]] pkksycn0mnr9729d98zmywvastziwkr clip 0 24821 564137 492994 2026-09-18T02:30:43Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564137 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{enPR|klĭp}}, {{IPA|/klɪp/}} * {{SAMPA|/klIp/}} * {{audio|en-us-clip.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Clip M1-SKS.JPG|thumb|A '''clip''' holds bullets]] # {{countable}} A '''clip''' is a small item to hold things on to another. #: ''We need more '''clips''' to hang the laundry.'' # {{countable}} '''Clip''' is another word for [[video]]. #: ''The '''clip''' that we saw just now was very touching.'' # {{countable}} A '''clip''' is a container that is attached to a gun and holds the [[bullet]]s for the gun, to be inserted into the [[magazine]]. Bullets leave the clip and go into the gun for firing. == Verb == {{verb|clip|p}} # {{transitive}} To use a [[clipper]] to hold something tightly. #: ''It is important to '''clip''' your laundry properly on a windy day.'' # If you '''clip''' something, you [[cut]] it with scissors or [[shear]]s. #: ''She '''clipped''' my hair with her scissors.'' <!--from en.wikt--> # {{computing}} If you '''clip''' a video, you process it by removing a certain, usually wanted, part of the video. #: ''He '''clipped''' the part of the video where it shows nothing.'' 62wfrl6rebjpmi0ol90eq62ly8ighdw climate 0 25149 564159 490575 2026-09-18T02:33:18Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564159 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklaɪmɪt/}} * {{audio|en-us-climate.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} {{AVL}} # {{countable}} The weather conditions of a place. #: ''The desert is a very hot '''climate''' to be in.'' === Related words === * [[weather]] iwvqcwv2xjas18rr2fvyp4kb6jnpd36 checkmate 0 25691 564090 517147 2026-09-18T02:26:14Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564090 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈʧɛkmeɪt/}} * {{SAMPA|/"tSEkmeIt/}} * {{audio|en-us-checkmate.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|check|mate}} == Interjection == {{interjection}} # In [[chess]], the [[winner]] says "checkmate" when they make the final [[win]]ning move. == Verb == {{verb|checkmat|e}} # A '''checkmate''' in the game of [[chess]], means you have won the game, and the king is trapped he can't go anywhere else onto the board. #: ''The man '''checkmated''' his opponent.'' [[Category:Chess]] jattamk7hv39rnsqob7nwg5rm4b68ok circuit 0 25707 564122 502633 2026-09-18T02:29:49Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564122 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈsɜː.kɪt/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈsɝ.kɪt/}} * {{audio|en-us-circuit.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''circuit''' is a [[loop]] that normally starts and finishes in the same place. {{syn|track}} #: ''They ran a '''circuit''' around the park.'' # {{physics}} {{countable}} A '''circuit''' is a closed route where [[electricity]] flows. #: ''The electric '''circuit''' can hold 20 amperes.'' === Related words === * [[circuitry]] [[Category:Electricity]] kbz9eqfg44wnb0t8bx4ntu580197bfc clash 0 25914 564128 453910 2026-09-18T02:30:09Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564128 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/klaʃ/|/klæʃ/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/klæʃ/}} * {{audio|en-us-clash.ogg|US}} == Verb == {{verb|clash|es}} # {{intransitive}} If two individuals or groups '''clash''', they get into a [[fight]]. #: ''The Reds '''clashed''' with the police during the [[riot]].'' aw25g9k33gqikacithhhwebp294p1f8 chirp 0 27499 564100 483445 2026-09-18T02:27:49Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564100 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/tʃɜː(r)p/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chirp.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''chirp''' is a short, sharp, high-[[pitch]]ed sound by an [[insect]] or a small bird. === Related words === * [[chirpy]] [[Category:Sound]] b54rd1i4dz72o66lvhmk7v7fbq9o7zt choir 0 27500 564104 474740 2026-09-18T02:28:27Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564104 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/kwaɪə(r)/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/kwaɪɚ/}} * {{audio|en-uk-choir.ogg|UK}} * {{audio|en-us-choir.ogg|US}} * {{hmp|quire}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Cantores Minores C IMG 7407.JPG|thumb|A '''choir'''.]] # {{countable}} A '''choir''' is a group of singers, especially in [[church]] #: ''The '''choir''' sang Jingle Bells'' in1rcwl3x5z7slw455c6vgf69zqykcm chuckle 0 27501 564117 469026 2026-09-18T02:29:22Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564117 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈt͡ʃʌkəl/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chuckle.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb|chuckl|e}} # If you chuckle, you [[laugh]] quietly or inwardly #: ''John '''chuckled''' because Fred told him a joke.'' l1a513n4nsjo6xlfwkjoa044sxv1bem cliffhanger 0 27523 564158 478396 2026-09-18T02:33:15Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564158 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{compound|cliff|hanger}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˌklɪfˈhæŋ.ə(r)/}} * {{audio|en-us-cliffhanger.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''cliffhanger''' is a [[story]] or [[movie]] that is [[exciting]] because you do not know what is going to happen next. 08qqyy3ytmk23u5xjcowl9zqnugbapp chimera 0 29009 564098 554117 2026-09-18T02:27:32Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564098 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/kʌɪˈmɪərə/|/kɪ-/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/kaɪˈmirə/|/kaɪˈmɛrə/}} * {{audio|en-au-chimera.ogg|AU}} * {{hyph|chi|me|ra}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Chimera di Arezzo.jpg|thumb|The '''chimera'''.]] # {{countable}} {{context|mythology}} A [[fabulous]] creature with parts from different animals. Can be spelt '''chimera''' or '''chimaera'''. #: ''A griffin is a '''chimaera''' with the body of a lion and the wings and head of an eagle''. # {{countable}} {{context|genetics}} a chimera is an organism with [[genetic]]ally different cells, for example, cells from two different [[zygote]]s. # {{countable}} {{context|genetics}} [[DNA]] or DNA products which have been put together from different [[gene]]s or different organisms. # {{countable}} {{zoology}} ''Chimaera'', a cartilaginous marine fish in the order {{w|Chimaeriformes}}, with a blunt [[snout]], long tail, and a spine before the first [[dorsal]] fin. #: ''The Axolotl is a chimera because its body has both [[larva]]l and adult [[tissue]]s.'' jor9nha31m2id3dvu0dj4455m767ix4 choreography 0 29116 564108 472062 2026-09-18T02:28:39Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564108 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˌkɔr.iˈɒɡ.rə.fi/}} * {{audio|en-au-choreography.ogg|AU}} * {{hyph|cho|reo|gra|phy}} == Noun == {{noun|2=choreographies}} # {{uncountable}} '''Choreography''' is the art of designing dances. #: ''The '''choreography''' for "{{w|Le Spectre de la rose}}" was completed in three or four [[rehearsal]]s.'' === Related words === * [[choreograph]] * [[choreographer]] [[Category:Dance]] k7khyokhc9frjz3o8tpttiec256azux choreograph 0 29117 564107 472556 2026-09-18T02:28:37Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564107 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈkɔrjəɡræf/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈkɒriəɡrɑːf/|/ˈkɒriəɡræf/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-choreograph.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb}} # If you '''choreograph''' a [[dance]] or a set of movements, you design a them. #: ''Will Susie '''choreograph''' this year's Dance Revue?'' === Related words === * [[choreography]] * [[choreographer]] [[Category:Dance]] kdaebr3m5juxgfgfuccu2hbbsnxiixk chrome 0 30080 564113 464094 2026-09-18T02:29:03Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564113 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/krəʊm/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/kroʊm/}} * {{audio|en-us-chrome.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun4}} # '''Chrome''' is [[chromium]] or something made with an [[alloy]] of chronium. #: ''Many car parts are made with '''chrome''' because it is very bright and shines''. # chrome is a name of [[Google]] [[browser]], also as Google chrome. #: I surf the Internet by Google chrome. === Related words === * [[-chrome]] {{stub}} oxy4w0xeb7n4d6i2crdhb8626my7o66 coalition 0 30821 564170 490795 2026-09-18T02:34:28Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564170 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{enPR|kōəlĭ'shən}}, {{IPA|/koʊəˈlɪʃən/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-coalition.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A [[temporary]] [[group]] that is formed for a [[particular]] reason. #: ''The two governments formed a '''coalition''' to help their workers.'' 53ywn75bnhm8qjm88gd52s14tonss4l unreliable 0 31962 564180 516460 2026-09-18T02:34:58Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564180 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|reliable}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/(ˌ)ʌn.rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bl̩/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˌʌn.rəˈlaɪ.ə.b(ə)l/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vininn126-unreliable.wav|US}} * {{hyph|un|re|li|a|ble}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # When something or someone is '''unreliable''', it cannot be [[trust]]ed. {{ant|reliable}} #: ''He is an '''unreliable''' source of this murder case as he is a good friend of the suspect and would then try to defend him.'' o8y8gzm9dcj270d6i1tiga72kizvmap cider 0 32526 564118 543766 2026-09-18T02:29:27Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564118 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{enPR|sīʹdər}}, {{IPA|/ˈsaɪ̯.dɚ/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈsaɪ̯.də/}} * {{audio|en-us-cider.ogg|US}} * {{audio|EN-AU ck1 cider.ogg|AU}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{cu noun}} A [[beverage]] made from the [[juice]] of [[apple]]s or other fruit. It often, but not always, is [[alcoholic]]. #: ''At the [[harvest]] dance, everybody drank a mug of '''cider'''.'' === Usage notes === In the UK, "cider" is an alcoholic beverage. In the US, the alcoholic beverage is called "hard cider", while "cider" doesn't have alcohol and is a drink similar to [[juice]]. [[Category:Drinks]] 7x298ig6ymkyxdqxov5sqq8u4vz2maj clarinet 0 34888 564127 547408 2026-09-18T02:30:05Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564127 wikitext text/x-wiki {{Wikipedia}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˌklærɪˈnɛt/|/ˌklɛrɪˈnɛt/}} * {{audio|en-us-clarinet.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:BC Legende debuis.jpg|thumb|500px|A '''clarinet''']] [[File:Clarinette chalumeau.ogg|right]] # {{countable}} {{musical instrument}} A '''clarinet''' is a musical instrument that is shaped like a tube and is played by blowing into the top of the tube through a special [[mouthpiece]]. {{syn|clari}} === Related words === * [[clarinetist]] [[Category:Woodwind instruments]] kyda3w3cawmv9m8hrmw3kgwg4msunro chronic 0 36548 564115 481623 2026-09-18T02:29:09Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564115 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈkrɒnɪk/}} * {{audio|en-au-chronic.ogg|AU}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # If something is '''chronic''', it happens all the time. #: ''Michelle is a '''chronic''' worrier who gets upset about everything.'' # If something is '''chronic''', it has happened for a long time. {{ant|acute}} #: ''My father has '''chronic''' back pain since he was injured at work 5 years ago.'' # If something is '''chronic''', it is difficult to stop. #: ''My brother is a '''chronic''' smoker and is unable to quit.'' === Synonyms === * [[consistent]] * [[habitual]] === Related words === * [[chronically]] 4y1zf1ke18bfhcqpi47ygut9an8aynh cleanliness 0 38156 564145 509408 2026-09-18T02:31:32Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564145 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|cleanly|ness}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklɛnlinəs/}} * {{audio|en-us-cleanliness.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun4}} # '''Cleanliness''' is the state or quality of being clean. #: ''The '''cleanliness''' of her son's bedroom made the mother proud.'' === Related words === * [[clean]] * [[cleanup]] ko4cvmd1qx8tk1ud6ijbhrvyy2kr4d6 closeness 0 38160 564144 509411 2026-09-18T02:31:28Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564144 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|close|ness}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈkləʊsnəs/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vininn126-closeness.wav|US}} == Noun == {{noun4}} # '''Closeness''' is the state or quality of being [[close]]. 7cnajyei761sda513uckf7ojmbotfyc cheery 0 38985 564092 484278 2026-09-18T02:26:45Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564092 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{compound|cheer|y}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈtʃɪəri/}} * {{audio|en-us-cheery.ogg|US}} == Adjective == {{adj|cheery|cheerier|cheeriest}} # If you are '''cheery''', you are happy and in a good mood. #: ''The family felt '''cheery''' on Christmas morning.'' # If something is '''cheery''', it makes people feel happy. #: ''They put '''cheery''' pictures on the walls.'' # If something is '''cheery''', it shows that someone is happy. #: ''"Good morning," she said in a '''cheery''' voice.'' === Related words === * [[cheer]] * [[cheerful]] d92kf12scrlo8qgy2qqmu1t0vbu9wxn 564102 564092 2026-09-18T02:28:19Z Minorax 27347 564102 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|cheer|y}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈtʃɪəri/}} * {{audio|en-us-cheery.ogg|US}} == Adjective == {{adj|cheery|cheerier|cheeriest}} # If you are '''cheery''', you are happy and in a good mood. #: ''The family felt '''cheery''' on Christmas morning.'' # If something is '''cheery''', it makes people feel happy. #: ''They put '''cheery''' pictures on the walls.'' # If something is '''cheery''', it shows that someone is happy. #: ''"Good morning," she said in a '''cheery''' voice.'' === Related words === * [[cheer]] * [[cheerful]] dqel3kxqvdvu7tjxcgjrwltn7tomyxw numerator 0 39083 564086 545042 2026-09-18T02:24:36Z Minorax 27347 564086 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{enPR|no͞oʹ-mər-ā'-tər}}, {{IPA|/ˈnuː.mər.ˌeɪ̯.tər/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-numerator.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Pie chart example 01.svg|thumb|The '''numerator''' in the [[fraction]] is 3.]] # {{countable}} {{mathematics}} In a [[fraction]], the '''numerator''' is the top [[number]]. It tells you how many parts there are out of a whole. #: ''In the fraction 3/4, the '''numerator''' is 3 and the [[denominator]] is 4.'' 18trb1inaqqyofvqyqwuf7y958vd0ua closely 0 39311 564143 508712 2026-09-18T02:31:26Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564143 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|close|ly}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈkləʊsliː/}} * {{audio|en-us-closely.ogg|US}} == Adverb == {{adv|more=true}} # If something is '''closely''' related, linked, or involved it is strongly so. {{ant|distantly}} #: ''The birds on this island are '''closely''' related to those on the mainland.'' # If you watch something '''closely''', you watch it very carefully. # If you work '''closely''' with somebody, you cooperate a lot in the work. # If one thing follows another '''closely''', they are [[close]] in space or time. [[Category:Adverbs suffixed with -ly]] ss7e7fhpt1cuxqbg9q12qaqllk1hex6 classmate 0 39349 564132 517407 2026-09-18T02:30:24Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564132 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|class|mate}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklæˌsmeɪt/}} * {{SAMPA|/kl{smet/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-classmate.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|class|mate}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} '''Classmate''' is a person (a [[student]]) who {{r|stud|ies}} in the same class as you (in a [[school]]). #: ''My '''classmate''' finished his [[assignment]].'' [[Category:People]] 2zrzwt8eqnev5t4rxlo4htx9vgitcbu cling 0 40205 564134 496954 2026-09-18T02:30:35Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564134 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklɪŋ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cling.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb2|cling|clings|clung|clung|clinging}} # If something '''clings''' to something else, it holds on tightly. 8s0j31rbnq6oht4lyzvuytga2frv5ra clam 0 42687 564124 520985 2026-09-18T02:29:54Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564124 wikitext text/x-wiki {{wik|clam}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klæm/}} * {{audio|en-us-clam.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:LittleNeck clams USDA96c1862.jpg|thumb|'''Clams''']] # {{countable}} A '''clam''' is a type of [[shellfish]] with a hard shell and a small opening that allows the flow of [[nutrient]]s in and out of it. # {{context|US}} {{slang}} {{usually plural}} A '''clam''' is a [[dollar]]. # {{slang}} {{vulgar}} A '''clam''' is a [[vagina]]. {{-}} == Verb == {{verb|clam|m}} # {{intransitive}} If a person '''clams''', they dig for [[#Noun|clams]]. [[Category:Molluscs]] [[Category:Seafood]] oajhcdz7q6sald569k1v9ffcvgqysx5 clerical 0 43145 564153 498417 2026-09-18T02:32:43Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564153 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|cleric|al}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklɛrɪkəl/}} * {{audio|en-us-clerical.ogg|US}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} [[File:Sven-erik brodd.jpg|thumb|A man with a '''clerical''' collar]] #'''Clerical''' work, skills, and workers are those related to what a [[clerk]] does in an office. #: ''We didn't get the proper refund because of a '''clerical''' error.'' #: ''My children have held various '''clerical''' jobs.'' #'''Clerical''' roles or items are those related to the [[clergy]], the official leaders of [[religious]] activities. #: ''The preacher at our church doesn't wear a '''clerical''' collar.'' === Related words === * [[cleric]] 6bzwtjcrcb0gh3x45o2foz5qk5r362t chi 0 43589 564094 451529 2026-09-18T02:26:58Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564094 wikitext text/x-wiki <big><u>[[phi|Φφ]]<math>\longleftarrow</math></u> 22 <u><math>\longrightarrow</math>[[psi|Ψψ]]</u></big> === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/kaɪ/}} * {{audio|en-us-chi.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Greek letter chi serif+sans.svg|frameless|right]] # Twenty second letter of [[Greek]]. # Χχ. {{wikipedia}} bhkrf4uzoqz0odqc5od5k1lke811qr6 counteract 0 43669 564082 505918 2026-09-18T02:17:55Z Minorax 27347 564082 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|counter|act}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˌkaʊntərˈækt/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-counteract2.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb}} # If something '''counteracts''' the effects of something else, it acts against those effects. #: ''Alcohol will '''counteract''' the effects of learning.'' === Related words === * [[counter]] * [[act]] br5ug19u716r9edoa21om7on16amtfw chisel 0 44948 564103 504911 2026-09-18T02:28:22Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564103 wikitext text/x-wiki {{wikipedia}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈtʃɪzəl/}} * {{audio|en-us-chisel.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|chi|sel}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Chisel wood 24mm.jpg|thumb|A wood '''chisel''']] # {{countable}} A '''chisel''' is a cutting [[tool]] consisting of a [[slim]] and [[sharp]] metal block and a [[wooden]] [[handle]]. {{-}} == Verb == {{verb}} {{verb|chisel|l}} # {{ti verb}} If you '''chisel''' something, you use a chisel to [[cut]] or [[shape]] it. #: ''She '''chiseled''' a [[sculpture]] out of a [[wooden]] block.'' [[Category:Tools]] 5twvn9n94gudystm9l7fua5qia4qzx8 chatty 0 45384 564087 502571 2026-09-18T02:25:26Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564087 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈtʃæti/|[ˈtʃæɾi]}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chatty.wav|UK}} == Adjective == {{adj|2=chattier|3=chattiest}} # {{informal}} If a person is '''chatty''', they like to [[talk]] a lot. {{syn|talkative}} === Related words === * [[chat]] [[Category:Talking]] fp4ool5bhye2m7ygohscqf4zx0h7xob chopper 0 45910 564105 484787 2026-09-18T02:28:31Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564105 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈtʃɒp.ə/}} * {{AU}} {{IPA|/ˈtʃɔp.ə/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈtʃɑ.pɚ/}} * {{audio|en-us-chopper.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''chopper''' is a [[tool]] for [[chop]]ping things; [[knife]]s and [[axe]]s. # {{countable}} {{informal}} A '''chopper''' is a [[helicopter]] === Related words === * [[chop]] [[Category:Vehicles]] [[Category:Tools]] m6b4mxozab43jn4c4l87tkhx3rjil7s cocky 0 46010 564172 502285 2026-09-18T02:34:34Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564172 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈkɒki/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈkɑki/}} * {{AU}} {{IPA|/ˈkɔki/}} * {{audio|en-au-cocky.oga|AU}} == Adjective == {{adj|2=cockier|3=cockiest}} # If a person is '''cocky''', they are [[arrogant]] or [[proud]]. cl2xmvjsd632j0riplk1frivpo451t4 chore 0 48228 564106 524126 2026-09-18T02:28:34Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564106 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{enPR|chô}}, {{IPA|/tʃɔː/}} * {{US}} {{enPR|chôr}}, {{IPA|/tʃɔr/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chore.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''chore''' is a [[task]] that needs to be done [[frequently]]. The word '''chore''' is often used to [[imply]] that a task is [[boring]] or [[frustrating]]. #: ''Washing dishes is a '''chore''', but we cannot just stop eating.'' a3xls7e79njvsmh5z65apdxcnjhccpq cherub 0 48621 564093 506387 2026-09-18T02:26:51Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564093 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{US}} {{enPR|chĕrʹəb}}, {{IPA|/ˈtʃɛrəb/}} * {{audio|en-uk-cherub.oga|UK}} * {{hyph|che|rub}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Victor Hugo en català (1880) (page 61 crop).jpg|thumb|a '''cherub''']] # {{countable}} A '''cherub''' is a type of [[angel]], usually in the form a [[child]] with [[wing]]s, but they were described in other ways in the past. 8vlr1gw4pwe4p4gkyak8m74wb9tdwvy chortle 0 49465 564109 520469 2026-09-18T02:28:47Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564109 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{enPR|chôr'təl}}, {{IPA|/ˈt͡ʃɔrtəl/|[ˈt͡ʃɔrɾɫ̩]}} * {{audio|en-us-chortle.ogg|US}} * {{audio|en-au-chortle.ogg|AU}} * {{hyph|chor|tle}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''chortle''' is a [[joyful]] and [[muffle]]d [[laugh]]. #: ''He frequently [[interrupt]]ed himself with '''chortles''' while he told us his favorite joke.'' == Verb == {{verb|chortl|e}} # {{transitive}} If you '''chortle''', you laugh with a [[#Noun|chortle]]. ke2pvy0tddaaokaqka7c0rvnpqyuoof clan 0 49630 564126 503740 2026-09-18T02:30:00Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564126 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klæn/}} * {{audio|en-us-clan.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''clan''' is an extended group of families, with a real or [[mythical]] founding member. #: ''Everyone in the '''clan''' knew the story of Dasi and Leben.'' #: ''Dromoland was built in the 1600s as the base of the O'Brien '''clan'''.'' [[Category:Family]] 499nrycarlv1k13kmi9lxzhlwsm5vft closet 0 49664 564162 488870 2026-09-18T02:33:56Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564162 wikitext text/x-wiki {{wikipedia}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklɒzɪt/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklɑzɪt/}} * {{audio|en-us-closet.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''closet''' is a tall [[cupboard]] that is used to store [[clothes]]. {{-}} == Verb == {{verb}} # {{transitive}} If you '''closet''' yourself with someone, you shut yourselves away for a discussion about a private matter. #: ''The [[ambassador]] has been '''closeted''' with the prime minister all afternoon. We're all worried what will be announced when they exit.'' <!--from en.wikt--> d4l3blxpspnmzdajg7et5byi28twa5t cleanse 0 50016 564147 475826 2026-09-18T02:31:38Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564147 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klɛnz/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cleanse.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb|cleans|e}} # {{transitive}} If you '''cleanse''' something, you make it [[clean]]. === Related words === * [[cleanser]] k5x2ww7ja9ee114rgeahws62dzwstyc clutter 0 50506 564168 470728 2026-09-18T02:34:22Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564168 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklʌtə(r)/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-clutter.wav|UK}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklʌtɚ/|[ˈklʌɾɚ]}} == Noun == {{noun4}} # {{uncountable}} A '''clutter''' is a bunch of things that are left in an [[untidy]] state. == Verb == {{verb}} # If you '''clutter''' a place, you fill it up with something in an [[untidy]] state. jx9v7pdzv7s6uukpajrq291on9a2h4g clod 0 51542 564140 474615 2026-09-18T02:31:17Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564140 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/klɒd/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/klɑd/}} * {{audio|en-us-clod.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''clod''' is a [[lump]] of [[clay]]. # {{countable}} {{informal}} A '''clod''' is a [[stupid]] person. [[Category:People]] dmp5ygx0j3z4q4544swb24cbtf1rgyj chirpy 0 51965 564101 483443 2026-09-18T02:28:04Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564101 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|chirp|y}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈtʃɜː(r)pi/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chirpy.wav|UK}} == Adjective == {{adj|2=chirpier|3=chirpiest}} # If a person is '''chirpy''', they are [[cheerful]] and [[energetic]]. #: ''He's surprisingly '''chirpy''' for someone who just lost his father.'' <!--from en.wikt--> === Related words === * [[chirp]] icdfzyi1a5k7cie5h77s12d1p6nyquv clasp 0 52466 564129 478774 2026-09-18T02:30:11Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564129 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/klæsp/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/klɑːsp/}} * {{audio|en-us-clasp.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # A '''clasp''' is a [[device]] that [[fasten]]s two or more things together. == Verb == {{verb}} # {{transitive}} If you '''clasp''' something, you hold or grab it [[tightly]]. #: ''They '''clasped''' hands and parted as friends.'' <!--from en.wikt--> td254o9dl362wxxoj1z5vxfho11tbcj cleanly 0 52764 564146 515351 2026-09-18T02:31:34Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564146 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|clean|ly}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklɛnli/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cleanly2.wav|UK}} == Adverb == {{adv|more=true}} {{adv|cleanly|cleanlier|cleanliest}} # If somebody or something is '''cleanly''', a good [[hygiene]] has been practised. #: ''This room is very '''cleanly'''.'' [[Category:Adverbs suffixed with -ly]] 8t3xcgcu88dq1yphhsppr44p1dri8tr User talk:SHB 3 52772 564190 546949 2026-09-18T03:41:30Z Max 46337 Max moved page [[User talk:SHB2000]] to [[User talk:SHB]]: Automatically moved page while renaming the user "[[Special:CentralAuth/SHB2000|SHB2000]]" to "[[Special:CentralAuth/SHB|SHB]]" 546949 wikitext text/x-wiki <div style="border: 1rem #dd0000 ridge; padding: 0.5em;">Hello! Please message me on [[m:User talk:SHB2000|meta.wikimedia.org]] instead. I may not notice messages on this page.</div> == Deletion == Good day. As per [[Wiktionary:Administrators#Non-regular_administrators]], kindly refrain from deleting local content here unless it's urgent. Thank you. --[[User:Minorax|<span style="font-family: monospace, monospace; color:#69C">Min☠︎rax</span>]]<sup>&laquo;&brvbar;[[User talk:Minorax|'''talk''']]&brvbar;&raquo;</sup> 09:17, 1 May 2025 (UTC) :Sure thing, I'll keep this in mind. --[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] ([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]]) 09:19, 1 May 2025 (UTC) 5i7yj0qkwe5abswdirgr3nie08rraeo clomp 0 52851 564141 480134 2026-09-18T02:31:22Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564141 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/klɒmp/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/klɑmp/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-clomp.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # '''Clomp''' is the [[sound]] your feet makes when hitting the [[ground]] [[loud]]ly. == Verb == {{verb}} # If a person '''clomps''', they walk [[heavily]] or [[clumsily]]. 5jd8rlel96o7tq7eesz5c56j89x32ff cipher 0 53544 564121 517205 2026-09-18T02:29:46Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564121 wikitext text/x-wiki === Other spellings === * [[cypher]] === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈsaɪfə/}} * {{US}} {{CA}} {{enPR|ˈsī-fər}}, {{IPA|/ˈsaɪfɚ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cipher.wav|UK}} * {{audio|en-us-cipher.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|ci|pher}} == Noun == {{noun}} # A '''cipher''' is a [[numeric]] character. {{syn|number|numeral}} # A '''cipher''' is a method of transforming a text into a [[code]] so as to hide its meaning. {{syn|code}} == Verb == {{verb}} # {{intransitive}} If you '''cipher''', you [[convert]] [[text]] into a [[code]]. [[Category:Cryptography]] 5yf0k0k5bw44sbwwq54vz5osprnnuc0 circumvent 0 53684 564123 483833 2026-09-18T02:29:51Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564123 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/səːkəmˈvɛnt/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-circumvent.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb}} # {{transitive}} If you '''circumvent''' something, you [[avoid]] or [[overcome]] it. 10c5wcorf1v4in4tmze9ga5y9m7wpje clamber 0 53688 564125 483463 2026-09-18T02:29:57Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564125 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklæmbə/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklæmbɚ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-clamber.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|clam|ber}} == Verb == {{verb}} # {{ti verb}} If you '''clamber''', you climb something in an [[awkward]] and [[laborious]] manner. == Noun == {{noun}} # A '''clamber''' is an awkward and laborious climb. qf76lakzd23ogdu21kvcgiyp0vaapl3 chime 0 54500 564097 486566 2026-09-18T02:27:25Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564097 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈtʃaɪm/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chime.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{musical instrument}} A '''chime''' is a [[soothing]] [[ring]]ing sound made by a bell or a metal bar. == Verb == {{verb|chim|e}} # {{intransitive}} If something '''chimes''', it makes the sound of a chime. #: ''The microwave '''chimed''' to indicate that it was done cooking.'' <!--from en.wikt--> #: ''I got up for lunch as soon as the wall clock began '''chiming''' noon.'' <!--from en.wikt--> sa805z6kjdv7j3xuyvrfmljb89jc8pz checker 0 55587 564088 491238 2026-09-18T02:25:42Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564088 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|check|er}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈtʃɛkə/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈt͡ʃɛkɚ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-checker.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''checker''' is someone who [[check]]s or {{r|verif|ies}} something. [[Category:People]] gg6p7mw7uis4dexqmeqqa298uadwce9 cleave 0 55588 564149 491241 2026-09-18T02:32:25Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564149 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/kliːv/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/kliv/}} * {{audio|en-au-cleave.ogg|AU}} == Verb == {{verb|cleav|e}} # {{transitive}} If you '''cleave''' something, you [[split]] or [[sever]] something it with a sharp tool. === Related words === * [[cleaver]] * [[cleavage]] l7lxcqod7xqg35fbpapox29dfcsq9pb cleaver 0 55592 564150 491247 2026-09-18T02:32:31Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564150 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklivɚ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cleaver.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Couperet à débiter les lapins 03.jpg|thumb|A '''cleaver'''.]] # {{countable}} A '''cleaver''' is a heavy [[knife]] with a wide [[blade]]. It is used by [[butcher]]s for [[hack]]ing through [[bone]]s. [[Category:Tools]] 1o6ne7ujpmcjc9435k8bz20n2hs00x4 unplug 0 55618 564176 508143 2026-09-18T02:34:50Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564176 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|plug}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈplʌɡ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-unplug.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb|unplug|g}} # {{transitive}} If you '''unplug''' an [[appliance]], you [[disconnect]] it from an electrical [[supply]]. p5p7axyrbou65kizqecfsbz8sxfoxp5 unsafe 0 55622 564182 491320 2026-09-18T02:35:15Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564182 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|safe}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈseɪf/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-unsafe.wav|UK}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # If something is '''unsafe''', it is not [[safe]]. {{syn|dangerous}} {{ant|save}} hkboboy8pn7q1u74dn0924urwyfgso6 chiffonade 0 56341 564095 499974 2026-09-18T02:27:16Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564095 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʃɪfəˈnɑːd/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chiffonade.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # '''Chiffonade''' is a [[culinary]] preparation of [[herb]]s or [[leafy]] [[vegetable]]s cut into long, thin [[ribbon]]s. <!--from en.wikt--> == Verb == {{verb|chiffonad|e}} # If you '''chiffonade''' something, you prepare a [[#Noun|chiffonade]]. [[Category:Cooking]] 3ilza2pn1ykconpi63txjjjrrurtr19 unprofitable 0 57818 564178 518924 2026-09-18T02:34:55Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564178 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|profitable}} === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈprɑf.ɪ.təbl̩/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈprɒf.ɪ.təbl̩/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-unprofitable.wav|UK}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # If a [[business]] is '''unprofitable''', it is not making a [[profit]]. {{syn|improfitable}} {{ant|profitable}} i9l33y4w3h8vwo0amh0hijcjfbyk910 checklist 0 58176 564089 503293 2026-09-18T02:26:00Z Minorax 27347 clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564089 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{compound|check|list}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈt͡ʃɛklɪst/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-checklist.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} [[File:Checkbox States.svg|thumb|A '''checklist'''.]] # {{countable}} A '''checklist''' is a [[list]] of [[task]]s that needs to be [[completed]]. onpib3yspj6c7cds8banacdj9kaglnb untangle 0 58441 564184 503501 2026-09-18T02:35:23Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564184 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|tangle}} === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈtæŋ.ɡəl/}} * {{audio|en-us-untangle.ogg|US}} == Verb == {{verb|untangl|e}} # {{transitive}} If you '''untangle''' something, you remove [[tangle]]s or [[knot]]s from it. 5ifg5mtq6tz2rnk8dqfh8hlh9mw30yv unnoticed 0 58486 564173 503593 2026-09-18T02:34:43Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564173 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|noticed}} === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈnoʊtɪst/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈnəʊtɪst/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-unnoticed.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|un|no|ticed}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # If something goes '''unnoticed''', it is not [[notice]]d by people. g7c40a2yvknxfnpv3e4s2q0x1shzwa7 untwine 0 58791 564187 504257 2026-09-18T02:35:33Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564187 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|twine}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈtwʌɪn/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-untwine.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb|untwin|e}} # {{transitive}} If you '''untwine''' something, you [[untwist]] the [[strand]]s of it. ektflu492pgtod3tymx5d2h4nhz5v9y cleverness 0 59210 564155 505744 2026-09-18T02:32:49Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564155 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|clever|ness}} === Pronunciation === * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈklɛvɚnəs/}} * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklɛvənəs/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vininn126-cleverness.wav|US}} * {{hyph|clev|er|ness}} == Noun == {{noun|2=clevernesses}} # The '''cleverness''' of a person is how [[clever]] they are. {{syn|smartness|brightness}} ie70skpezt4oyzcff4183k81un6tt1s clench 0 60104 564151 507750 2026-09-18T02:32:33Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564151 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klɛnt͡ʃ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-clench.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb|clench|es}} [[File:Clenched human fist.png|thumb|right|A '''clenched''' fist.]] # {{ti verb}} If you '''clench''' your [[fist]], your [[jaw]], your eyes, etc. you close them and hold them closed tightly. {{-}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''clench''' is a tight [[grip]]. 1lrhch4f7hxu86x28wo8rci93fja90s unusually 0 61117 564188 544112 2026-09-18T02:35:37Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564188 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|unusual|ly}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈjuːʒuəli/}} * {{audio|en-us-unusually.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|un|usu|al|ly}} == Adverb == {{adv|more=true}} # If [[something]] is done '''unusually''', it is done in a [[unusual]] way. [[Category:Adverbs suffixed with -ly]] 2whm1cl9lndhe5bejdiwuc2kxgo2xh8 unsettle 0 61133 564183 510286 2026-09-18T02:35:17Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564183 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|settle}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈsɛtəl/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-unsettle.wav|UK}} == Verb == {{verb|unsettl|e}} # If you '''unsettle''' a person, you make them [[upset]] or [[uncomfortable]]. 99ntesd4yc7d3bygwhdx51qy6p3ey03 untouched 0 61326 564185 510746 2026-09-18T02:35:26Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564185 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|touched}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈtʌt͡ʃt/}} * {{audio|en-us-untouched.ogg|US}} == Adjective == {{adj|more=true}} # If something is '''untouched''', it has not been [[touch]]ed and is in its [[original]] condition. 87okpzmr27i8juopi7givsz9hoksxq5 climatology 0 63635 564160 517161 2026-09-18T02:33:49Z Minorax 27347 564160 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|climate|ology}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/klaɪ.mɪˈtɒ.lə.d͡ʒi/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/klaɪ.mɪˈtɑ.lə.d͡ʒi/}} * {{audio|en-us-climatology.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|cli|ma|to|lo|gy}} == Noun == {{noun|2=climatologies}} # {{cu noun}} '''Climatology''' is the study of [[climate]]s. === Related words === * [[climatologist]] [[Category:Climatology| ]] dcb23tsjf6i3j0asbnea86w2i94urvu clickable 0 64071 564156 518179 2026-09-18T02:32:51Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564156 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|click|able}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klɪkˈə.bl̩}} * {{audio|en-uk-clickable.ogg|UK}} == Adjective == {{adj}} # If something is '''clickable''', it can be [[click]]ed on. tanxwoatpjlyxmde4pcc8xlmihzsc18 unprecedented 0 64150 564177 518605 2026-09-18T02:34:53Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564177 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈprɛsɪdɛntɪd/}} * {{AU}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈpriːsədɛntəd/|/-prɛs-/}} * {{a|NZ}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈpresədentəd/|/-priː-/|/-prɛs-/|/-tɘd/}} * {{audio|en-us-unprecedented.ogg|US}} * {{hyph|un|pre|ce|dent|ed}} == Adjective == {{adj}} # If something is '''unprecedented''', it is never seen or [[experience]]d before. 560eu0uyuyc0x7s8z1jx76uk8d0i41y unrest 0 64338 564181 519125 2026-09-18T02:35:00Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564181 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|rest}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈrɛst/}} * {{audio|en-us-unrest.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # A state of [[trouble]], [[confusion]] and [[turbulence]], especially in a [[political]] context; a time of [[riot]]s, [[demonstration]]s and [[protest]]s. # A state of [[dissatisfaction]], [[disturbance]], or [[trouble]]. #: ''There was unrest in the city after the unexpected decision, and people gathered to express their concerns.'' [[Category:Politics]] e5tzqrvhnrynlax5bhde0ap030e6cxw unquestionable 0 64462 564179 519464 2026-09-18T02:34:57Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564179 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|questionable}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ʌnˈkwɛs.t͡ʃən.ə.bl̩/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-unquestionable.wav|UK}} * {{hyph|un|ques|tio|nable}} == Adjective == {{adj}} # If something is '''unquestionable''', it cannot be [[dispute]]d or [[doubt]]ed. {{syn|undeniable|obvious}} {{ant|questionable}} qkhthcnbnttjn8u1uewze23z7qr9itr unpaid 0 64950 564175 520777 2026-09-18T02:34:48Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564175 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|un|paid}} === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{US}} {{IPA|/ʌnˈpeɪd/}} * {{audio|en-au-unpaid.ogg|AU}} * {{hyph|un|paid}} == Adjective == {{adj}} # If something is '''unpaid''', it has not been [[pay|paid]] for. {{ant|paid}} k6jsybe2hdwdwmwythk007vs1nh88pb chromosome 0 65560 564114 521813 2026-09-18T02:29:06Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564114 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈkrəʊ.məˌsəʊm/|/ˈkrəʊ.məˌzəʊm/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/ˈkroʊməˌsoʊm/|/ˈkroʊməˌzoʊm/}} * {{audio|en-uk-chromosome.ogg|UK}} * {{audio|en-us-chromosome.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} {{cytology}} A '''chromosome''' is what carries the [[genetic]] information and is made up of {{w|DNA}} and [[protein]]s. 1iphpx373au2fuwymjin1dkdjm16lyi cinch 0 65919 564119 522310 2026-09-18T02:29:33Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564119 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{US}} {{IPA|/sɪntʃ/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-I learned some phrases-cinch.wav|UK}} * {{audio|en-us-cinch.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun|2=cinches}} # {{countable}} {{informal}} A '''cinch''' is a very [[easy]] task. == Verb == {{verb|cinch|es}} # {{transitive}} If you '''cinch''' something, you [[secure]] it with a [[belt]]. # {{intransitive}} If you '''cinch''', you [[decide]] on something. rgxqkvpuins6xjl2ufangko4i92w75k cleric 0 67000 564152 524993 2026-09-18T02:32:35Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564152 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/ˈklɛrɪk/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cleric.wav|UK}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''cleric''' is a member of a [[clergy]]. [[Category:People]] 899f7j7xttxtzqkg63yy19jzke41i2t clique 0 67256 564138 525412 2026-09-18T02:30:45Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564138 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{UK}} {{IPA|/kliːk/}} * {{US}} {{IPA|/kliːk/}} * {{audio|en-uk-clique.ogg|UK}} * {{audio|en-uk-clique-3.ogg|UK}} * {{audio|en-us-clique.ogg|US}} == Noun == {{noun}} # {{countable}} A '''clique''' is a small group of individuals that hang out together due to the {{r|similarit|ies}} in their [[lifestyle]] or social status. == Verb == {{verb|cliqu|e}} # {{transitive}} If you '''clique''' with people, you form a [[#Noun|clique]] with them. fvx87ffj3356zzlujwxfxetuecx0uw5 clinch 0 67297 564133 525533 2026-09-18T02:30:31Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564133 wikitext text/x-wiki === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/klɪnt͡ʃ/}} * {{audio|en-us-clinch.ogg|US}} == Verb == {{verb|clinch|es}} # {{transitive}} If you '''clinch''' a goal, such as a game or a [[deal]], you get into a position from which you will surely achieve it. #: ''One more '''point''' will clinch the match for her.'' # {{transitive}} {{context|boxing}} If you '''clinch''' you boxing opponent, you hole them with your arms so as to avoid being hit while resting for a short time. #: ''After '''clinching''' for only a few seconds, they were separated by the referee.'' == Noun == {{noun|2=clinches}} # {{countable}} A '''clinch''' is a [[struggle]] between people at a short distance. # {{countable}} {{nautical}} A '''clinch''' is a [[knot]] used to [[fasten]] ropes. ro0sikcn48wvq1yzvor9bb30i4s47g6 clingy 0 67305 564135 525534 2026-09-18T02:30:37Z Minorax 27347 /* Pronunciation */ clean up using [[Project:AWB|AWB]] 564135 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-suffix|cling|y}} === Pronunciation === * {{IPA|/ˈklɪŋi/}} * {{audio|LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-clingy.wav|UK}} == Adjective == {{adj|clingy|clingier|clingiest}} # Something that is '''clingy''' has the [[tendency]] to [[cling]] onto something. #: ''The plastic was so '''clingy''' that it took a few minutes to remove it all.'' # {{informal}} {{derogatory}} A '''clingy''' person is someone who is [[possessive]] of or will not let someone get away. #: ''Is it normal for a child his age to be so '''clingy''' with his mother?'' g9m7phvgn88uwfwrszaarh79mtnae1z prestress 0 77133 564080 2026-09-18T02:17:38Z Minorax 27347 Created page with "=== Word parts === {{ety-prefix|pre|stress}} == Verb == {{verb|prestress|es}} # {{context|construction}} If you '''prestress''' a [[structural]] component, you apply [[stress]] to it in order to produce a [[tension]] that [[counteract]]s the weight it is about to hold." 564080 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|pre|stress}} == Verb == {{verb|prestress|es}} # {{context|construction}} If you '''prestress''' a [[structural]] component, you apply [[stress]] to it in order to produce a [[tension]] that [[counteract]]s the weight it is about to hold. 1v4v1edb0e3fdc7720vjo8dpmg0w262 564081 564080 2026-09-18T02:17:49Z Minorax 27347 added [[Category:Construction]] using [[Help:Gadget-HotCat|HotCat]] 564081 wikitext text/x-wiki === Word parts === {{ety-prefix|pre|stress}} == Verb == {{verb|prestress|es}} # {{context|construction}} If you '''prestress''' a [[structural]] component, you apply [[stress]] to it in order to produce a [[tension]] that [[counteract]]s the weight it is about to hold. 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