2 1 noun
n
noun
• the branch of engineering that deals with the use of computers and telecommunications to retrieve and store and transmit information
Example sentence • I found a book in the library and checked it out.
5 2 verb
v
verb
• declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
Example sentence • I admit that I made a mistake.
3 1 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
adjective
• meeting adequate standards for a purpose
noun
• a display of bad temper
adjective satellite
• (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
verb
• be agreeable or acceptable to
Example sentence • She tried on several different outfits to find the perfect fit .
3 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• (baseball) when a batter strikes a picthed ball into fair territory and arrives safely on base (without an error or a fielder's choice being made by the defense)
verb
• cause to move by striking
Example sentence • He took a hard hit to the head during the football game.
3 1 verb
v
verb
• be in a position in which one's upper body is largely upright and supported by one's backside
Example sentence • Please sit quietly during the presentation.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back)
adjective satellite
• having been divided; having the unity destroyed
verb
• separate into parts or portions
Example sentence • There was a split down the middle of the road.
3 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
verb
• come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
Example sentence • I need to get some groceries from the store.
4 1 verb
v
verb
• put an end to a state or an activity
Example sentence • I quit my job last week.
3 1 adverb, noun
adv, n
noun
• a small piece or quantity of something
Example sentence • I took a small bit of chocolate from the box.
6 2 verb
v
verb
• perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
Example sentence • He decided to commit to a healthier lifestyle and started exercising regularly.
3 1 noun
n
noun
• a case for containing a set of articles
verb
• supply with a set of articles or tools
Example sentence • I need to pack my camping kit before we leave.
3 1 verb, adjective
v, adj
noun
• the humanistic study of a body of literature
adjective satellite
• provided with artificial light
Example sentence • The concert last night was lit !
3 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a sizeable hole (usually in the ground)
verb
• set into opposition or rivalry
Example sentence • He fell into a deep pit while hiking in the mountains.
4 1 verb
v
verb
• make a clean cut through
Example sentence • She carefully slit open the envelope with a letter opener.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea
verb
• expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth
Example sentence • He wiped the spit off his face.
6 2 verb
v
verb
• refer for judgment or consideration
Example sentence • Please submit your completed application by Friday.
3 1 noun
n
noun
• a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter
Example sentence • She is known for her quick wit and clever comebacks.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish
4 1 noun
n
noun
• a dismissive term for a girl who is immature or who lacks respect
Example sentence • She wrote a chit to her teacher explaining why she was absent from class.
4 2 verb
v
Example sentence • The chimney emits smoke.
4 1 verb
v
noun
• a sudden quick movement
verb
• move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart
Example sentence • The butterfly flit through the garden.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• a hard coarse-grained siliceous sandstone
Example sentence • She showed great grit and determination in completing the marathon.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a fabric made by knitting
verb
• make (textiles) by knitting
Example sentence • She loves to do cross-stitch and knit in her free time.
3 1 noun
n
noun
• a luminance unit equal to 1 candle per square meter measured perpendicular to the rays from the source
Example sentence • The hairdresser found a nit in the child's hair.
4 2 verb
v
verb
• prevent from being included or considered or accepted
Example sentence • Please do not omit any of the required information on the form.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• a short theatrical episode
Example sentence • We performed a funny skit at the school talent show.
8 2 verb
v
Example sentence • Please transmit the documents to our office by tomorrow.
5 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
adjective
• below the required standards for a purpose
adjective satellite
• physically unsound or diseased
verb
• make unfit or unsuitable
Example sentence • He was deemed unfit for military service due to his medical condition.
4 1
noun
• a tiny or scarcely detectable amount
Example sentence • I can't see a whit of evidence to support your claim.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• (law) a legal document issued by a court or judicial officer
Example sentence • He filed a writ against the company for unfair treatment.
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