7 2 noun
n
noun
• plug of cotton or other absorbent material; inserted into wound or body cavity to absorb exuded fluids (especially blood)
Example sentence • She bought a package of tampons at the pharmacy.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• a halocarbon in which some hydrogen atoms have been replaced by fluorine; used in refrigerators and aerosols
Example sentence • The production of aerosol sprays often involves the use of fluorocarbons .
9 3 noun
n
noun
• an elementary particle with negative charge
Example sentence • The movement of electrons creates an electric current.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• mattress consisting of a pad of cotton batting that is used for sleeping on the floor or on a raised frame
Example sentence • I bought two futons for my guests to sleep on.
11 4 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus
Example sentence • Exogenous interferons can be used therapeutically to treat viral infections and certain types of cancer.
9 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an elementary particle with negative charge
Example sentence • Scientists have discovered the existence of negatrons , which are subatomic particles with a negative charge.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a cell that is specialized to conduct nerve impulses
Example sentence • The transmission of information between neurons is crucial for proper brain function.
7 2 noun
n
Example sentence • The Indian python is one of the largest species of pythons .
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a common mineral occurring in small crystals; chief source of zirconium; used as a refractory when opaque and as a gem when transparent
Example sentence • The ring was adorned with beautifully cut zircons .
6 2 noun
n
noun
• any one or more chlorofluorocarbons (or related compounds) that are used as an aerosol propellant, organic solvent, or refrigerant
Example sentence • The use of freons has been phased out due to their harmful effects on the ozone layer.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service
Example sentence • She wore chevrons on her jacket.
7 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• large lemonlike fruit with thick aromatic rind; usually preserved
Example sentence • The juice of citrons is often used in traditional medicine.
4 2 noun
n
noun
• the longest division of geological time
Example sentence • It took eons for galaxies to form.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• large long-armed ape of Borneo and Sumatra having arboreal habits
Example sentence • The population of orangutans is decreasing due to deforestation.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)
Example sentence • He kept a collection of antique guns in his study.
5 2 noun
n
noun
• large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
Example sentence • There are many safari tours to observe lions in their natural habitat.
7 2 noun
n
Example sentence • The commons are used for grazing livestock.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a request to be present
verb
• call in an official matter, such as to attend court
Example sentence • He received a summons to appear in court.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• smallest and most perfectly anthropoid arboreal ape having long arms and no tail; of southern Asia and East Indies
Example sentence • The gibbons in the zoo were playful and energetic.
4 1 noun
n
Example sentence • He is the father of two sons .
4 1 noun
n
noun
• the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on
Example sentence • I bought a pack of hamburger buns from the store.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
Example sentence • The hot weather conditions made it difficult to sleep at night.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a large number or amount
Example sentence • There were dozens of people waiting in line for the concert tickets.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
Example sentence • Many humans enjoy solving complex puzzles.
12 3 noun
n
noun
• a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it
Example sentence • Please read the instructions before starting the experiment.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• something you have to do
Example sentence • I bought a fancy dress for special occasions .
6 2 noun
n
noun
• edible viscera of a butchered animal
Example sentence • The doctor performed a surgery to transplant the patient's organs .
9 3 noun
n
noun
• mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups
Example sentence • Our company's relations with our business partners are strong and collaborative.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a New Testament book containing an exposition of the doctrines of Saint Paul; written in AD 58
8 2 noun
n
noun
• (Roman Catholic Church) a devotion consisting of fourteen prayers said before a series of fourteen pictures or carvings representing successive incidents during Jesus' passage from Pilate's house to his crucifixion at Calvary
Example sentence • I always listen to the news on the radio stations .
6 2 noun
n
noun
• the bulb of an onion plant
Example sentence • I chopped the onions for the soup.
4 1
noun
• a large number or amount
Example sentence • I have tons of homework to do tonight.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes
Example sentence • She sewed the buttons onto the shirt.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• an organic compound containing only carbon and hydrogen
Example sentence • Gasoline and diesel fuels are made up of various hydrocarbons .
11 4 noun
n
noun
• the department of local government that is responsible for managing the treatment of convicted offenders
Example sentence • I made some corrections to the essay before submitting it.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a card game in which you play your sevens and other cards in sequence in the same suit as the sevens; you win if you are the first to use all your cards
Example sentence • He rolled two sevens in a row.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
Example sentence • She had some strange notions about how the world worked.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• pungent Old World weedy plant
Example sentence • I added a handful of chopped ramsons to the soup to give it a lovely garlicky flavor.
8 3 verb
v
noun
• the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry
Example sentence • He abandons his car on the side of the road.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• the right in English law of presenting a nominee to a vacant ecclesiastical benefice
Example sentence • He owned several advowsons in the county.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a garment of cloth or leather or plastic that is tied about the waist and worn to protect your clothing
Example sentence • The bakery provided disposable aprons for their bakers.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• malicious burning to destroy property
Example sentence • Multiple arsons have been reported in the city this week.
11 3
noun
• a board game for two players; pieces move according to throws of the dice
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a popular trend that attracts growing support
Example sentence • Celebrities often create bandwagons with their fashion choices.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank
Example sentence • The barons gathered in the conference room to discuss their business ventures.
8 2 noun
n
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Example sentence • I saw a beautiful baudrons in the pet store yesterday.
7 2 verb
v
verb
• signal with the hands or nod
Example sentence • The warm sun beckons us to the beach.
8 3 noun
n
Example sentence • May the benisons of peace and prosperity be upon you.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• any weapon usable in biological warfare
Example sentence • The government has been investing heavily in bioweapons research and development.
7 2
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