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.
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.
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 .
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 1 noun n noun
• the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
Example sentence • The astronaut floated gracefully in space .
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment)
verb
• spin, wind, or twist together
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful bridal lace dress on her wedding day.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an official who carries a mace of office
Example sentence • The guard carried a mace during his patrol.
8 2 noun n noun
• a lace used for fastening shoes
Example sentence • I need to tie my shoelace before going for a run.
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.
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 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.
4 1 noun n
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5 2 noun n noun
• (sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group
Example sentence • Different cultures have different mores when it comes to punctuality.
6 2 noun n noun
• a cap with no brim or bill; made of soft cloth
Example sentence • The soldiers in the parade all wore matching berets .
8 2 noun n noun
• any day except Sunday (and sometimes except Saturday)
Example sentence • I work on weekdays and have weekends off.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases)
Example sentence • The computer's interface allows users to interact with the machine.
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.
8 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a typeface with thick heavy lines
Example sentence • In the book, the author used boldface to highlight important information.
8 2 noun n noun
• a long lace for fastening boots
Example sentence • I tied my bootlace before heading out for a walk.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• small European freshwater fish with a slender bluish-green body
Example sentence • The dace is a small freshwater fish found in Europe and Asia.
6 2 verb v verb
• mar or spoil the appearance of
Example sentence • Vandals defaced the walls with graffiti.
6 2 verb v verb
• remove completely from recognition or memory
Example sentence • He used an eraser to efface the pencil marks from the paper.
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 .
8 2 noun n Example sentence • The annual footrace attracted runners from all over the world.
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.
7 2 verb v verb
• overcome or cause to waver or submit by (or as if by) staring
Example sentence • She tried to outface her opponent with a confident smile.
4 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The marathon is a long-distance race .
6 2 verb v Example sentence • She carefully unlaced her shoes and set them by the door.
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