4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• installation from which a military force initiates operations
adjective satellite
• serving as or forming a base
verb
• use as a basis for; found on
Example sentence • She used a cake base for the chocolate tart.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an occurrence of something
verb
• look over, usually with the intention to rob
Example sentence • The detective is investigating the murder case .
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
verb
• deal with (something unpleasant) head on
Example sentence • She has a beautiful face .
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors
verb
• make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
Example sentence • She moved with grace and elegance across the dance floor.
4 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The marathon is a long-distance race .
5 1 noun n noun
• the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
Example sentence • The astronaut floated gracefully in space .
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
verb
• go after with the intent to catch
Example sentence • The police led a chase through the city to catch the bank robbers.
3 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
Example sentence • He served an ace in the tennis match.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a support that steadies or strengthens something else
verb
• prepare (oneself), often but not necessarily for something unpleasant or difficult
Example sentence • She wore a brace on her wrist after spraining it in a fall.
4 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
verb
• walk with slow or fast paces
Example sentence • He walked at a slow pace .
9 2 noun n noun
• a case with a handle; for carrying papers or files or books
Example sentence • He carried his important documents in a black leather briefcase .
8 2 noun n noun
• a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes
Example sentence • I packed all my clothes in the suitcase .
10 3 noun n noun
• a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
Example sentence • I spend a lot of time in cyberspace browsing the internet.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a point located with respect to surface features of some region
verb
• put into a certain place or abstract location
Example sentence • This is a beautiful place to visit.
8 2 noun n noun
• a piece of furniture with shelves for storing books
Example sentence • She organized her books neatly on the bookcase .
9 2 noun n noun
• housing for a crankshaft
Example sentence • The mechanic removed the oil filter to access the crankcase of the engine.
7 2 noun n noun
• someone deranged and possibly dangerous
Example sentence • He's a complete nutcase , always coming up with crazy ideas.
10 3 noun n noun
• a white or colored monoclinic feldspar
Example sentence • The color of orthoclase can range from pink to white.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a setting in which something can be displayed to best effect
Example sentence • The museum's showcase displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.
5 2 noun n noun
• an edict of the Russian tsar
Example sentence • The king issued an ukase ordering all citizens to pay their taxes.
6 2 noun n noun
• a boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef
verb
• decorate with a lace of geometric designs
Example sentence • I ordered two filets of salmon for dinner.
8 3 noun n noun
• hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles
Example sentence • The turtle's carapace is hard and protective.
5 2 verb v verb
• cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
Example sentence • He was abased by the criticism of his work.
9 2 noun n noun
• the part of the skull that encloses the brain
Example sentence • The braincase protects the brain from injury.
6 2 verb v verb
• corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
Example sentence • He tried to debase his opponent's reputation by spreading false rumors.
6 2 verb v verb
• enclose in, or as if in, a case
Example sentence • He encased the fragile vase in bubble wrap before packing it.
12 5 noun n noun
• enzyme in the intestinal juice that converts inactive trypsinogen into active trypsin
Example sentence • The production of enterokinase is stimulated by the presence of cholecystokinin.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an artillery base to support advancing troops
Example sentence • We set up a firebase to secure our campsite.
6 2 verb v verb
• enclose in, or as if in, a case
Example sentence • I will bring an umbrella incase it rains.
6 2 noun n noun
• an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of a proenzyme to an active enzyme
Example sentence • Tyrosine kinases play a key role in cell signaling.
7 2 noun n noun
• any of a group of enzymes (trade name Lactaid) that hydrolyze lactose to glucose and galactose
Example sentence • People with lactose intolerance lack an adequate amount of lactase in their bodies.
6 2 noun n noun
• an enzyme secreted in the digestive tract that catalyzes the breakdown of fats into individual fatty acids that can be absorbed into the bloodstream
Example sentence • The pancreas produces lipase to aid in the digestion of dietary fat.
11 4 noun n noun
• any of a series of triclinic feldspars that form rocks
Example sentence • The plagioclase feldspar in this rock is predominantly albite.
6 2 verb v Example sentence • She uncased her camera and began taking pictures.
9 2 noun n noun
• the distance from the center of a car's front wheel to the rear axle
Example sentence • The new sports car has a longer wheelbase than its predecessor.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• The purified, dry form of an amine, especially an alkaloid natural product, that is normally used in solution.
verb
• To purify a drug by crystallization.
13 5 noun n
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Example sentence • Deficiency in galactosidase can lead to lactose intolerance.
4 1 noun n
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13 4 noun n noun
• Any of several enzymes that hydrolyze the phosphate ester bonds of phospholipids.
Example sentence • The activity of phospholipase can be regulated by various factors.
8 2 noun n verb
• bring shame or dishonor upon
Example sentence • It was a disgrace that he cheated on the exam.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
verb
• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
Example sentence • She gave her sister a warm embrace when they finally saw each other after a long time.
9 2 noun n noun
• an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built
Example sentence • We sat around the cozy fireplace , warming ourselves on a chilly winter evening.
7 2 verb v verb
• substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected)
Example sentence • I need to replace the broken window.
9 2 adverb, noun adv, n adverb
• in or at or to some place
Example sentence • Let's go to someplace new for our vacation.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a just detectable amount
verb
• follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something
Example sentence • The detective followed the trace of footprints to solve the case.
7 3 noun n noun
• any of the enzymes that catalyze biological oxidation
10 3 noun n noun
• bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow
Example sentence • I need to wash my pillowcase today.
12 3 noun n noun
• a footrace of usually 3000 meters over a closed track with hurdles and a water jump
Example sentence • She watched the steeplechase from the sidelines, cheering for her favorite horse.
13 4 noun n noun
• an enzyme produced by some strains of streptococcus that can liquefy blood clots by converting plasminogen to plasmin; used medicinally in some cases of myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism
Example sentence • The doctor administered streptokinase to dissolve the clot.
13 5 noun n noun
• Any of several enzymes that catalyze the removal of hydrogen (a proton) from biological compounds.
Example sentence • Alcohol dehydrogenase is an enzyme that helps in the metabolism of alcohol.
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