5 1 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about May 21 to June 20
Example sentence • The twins are identical and look exactly alike.
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• commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law
Example sentence • He confessed his sins to the priest.
5 1 adverb
• From a specified time in the past.
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• From: referring to a period of time ending in the present and defining it by the point in time at which it started, or the period in which its starting point occurred.
Example sentence • I haven't seen him since last week.
6 1 noun n noun
• a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
Example sentence • The prince rode on his white horse.
4 1 noun n noun
• the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
verb
• equip (a car) with fins
Example sentence • The shark uses its fins to swim through the water.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch
verb
• climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling
Example sentence • He collected the skins of various animals as a hobby.
8 2 verb v verb
• make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something
Example sentence • I convinced my friend to go bungee jumping with me.
8 2 noun n noun
• the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
Example sentence • I live in the province of Ontario.
5 1 verb v noun
• food chopped into small bits
verb
• make less severe or harsh
Example sentence • She carefully minced the garlic for the pasta sauce.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a liquid preparation used on wet hair to give it a tint
verb
• wash off soap or remaining dirt
Example sentence • I gave my car a rinse before applying the wax.
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Example sentence • The abscisins level in the plant tissues varied throughout the experiment.
7 3 noun
• any of three liquid acetates that are formed when acetic acid and glycerin are heated together
11 4 noun n noun
• an antibody that causes agglutination of a specific antigen
Example sentence • These agglutinins can be found in the blood serum.
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Example sentence • The synthesis of aminopterins involves several chemical reactions.
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12 5 noun n noun
• an antibiotic; a semisynthetic oral penicillin (trade names Amoxil and Larotid and Polymox and Trimox and Augmentin) used to treat bacterial infections
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed amoxicillins as an antibiotic.
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Example sentence • The doctor prescribed amoxycillins for my sinus infection.
12 5 noun, adjective n, adj
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Example sentence • Researchers have been studying the structure and properties of amylopectins for many years.
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Example sentence • Blueberries are rich in anthocyanins .
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• the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
Example sentence • I have a headache, so I will take two aspirins .
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Example sentence • The color of aventurins can range from green to reddish-brown.
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Example sentence • I need to fill up my car with benzins .
9 4 noun n noun
• Any toxin produced by a living organism
Example sentence • The researchers discovered high levels of biotoxins in the water samples collected from the polluted river.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a winder around which thread or tape or film or other flexible materials can be wound
Example sentence • I need to buy some bobbins for my sewing machine.
7 2 noun n noun
• (British slang) a scientist or technician engaged in military research
Example sentence • The boffins in the lab are working on the latest scientific breakthrough.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj
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Example sentence • The production of chlorohydrins involves the addition of chlorine to an alcohol.
7 2 noun n noun
• Any of a group of proteins whose presence in a cell varies through its cycle, and that regulates this cycle by forming a complex with kinase
Example sentence • Different cyclins are active at different stages of the cell cycle.
10 4 noun n noun
• any substance that has a toxic effect on cells
Example sentence • Some plants produce cytotoxins as a defense mechanism against herbivores.
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10 4 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a powerful cardiac stimulant obtained from foxglove
10 4 noun n noun
• digitalis preparation used to treat congestive heart failure or cardiac arrhythmia
Example sentence • The cardiologist prescribed digitoxins for the patient with heart failure.
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Example sentence • The production of diolefins is an important step in the chemical industry.
9 2 noun n noun
• a swift and dangerous downturn
Example sentence • The downspins of the economy have led to several company layoffs.
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Example sentence • Some athletes use ephedrins as a performance-enhancing substance.
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9 3 noun n noun
• a protein containing 20% iron that is found in the intestines and liver and spleen; it is one of the chief forms in which iron is stored in the body
Example sentence • The levels of ferritins in the blood can indicate iron deficiency.
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Example sentence • The chemist studied the reactivity of different fluorins .
6 2 noun n noun
• (sometimes offensive) a homeless boy who has been abandoned and roams the streets
Example sentence • The streets were filled with gamins begging for food.
11 4 noun
• an antibiotic (trade name Garamycin) that is derived from an actinomycete; used in treating infections of the urinary tract
12 4 noun n noun
• a plant hormone isolated from a fungus; used in promoting plant growth
Example sentence • Researchers have found that gibberellins play a key role in seed germination.
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Example sentence • The presence of gliadins makes wheat flour sticky and elastic.
9 2 noun n Example sentence • The villagers used goatskins to transport water from the river.
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• hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and placenta; stimulates the gonads and controls reproductive activity
7 2 noun n noun
• Any of a series of terraced steps or seats, as in an arena or an altar.
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Example sentence • She cooked the griskins until they were crispy and golden.
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