12 5 noun
n
noun
• A cluster of ribosomes, connected by mRNA, that collectively synthesizes protein
Example sentence • Many mRNAs can be translated simultaneously on a single polyribosome .
3 1 noun, adjective
n, adj
adjective satellite
• failing to speak or communicate etc when expected to
Example sentence • My mum makes the best cookies.
4 1
preposition
• Used to indicate source or provenance.
Example sentence • He received a gift from his friend.
7 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• the smallest possible quantity
Example sentence • The minimum wage in this country is $10 per hour.
7 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a discrete amount of something that is analogous to the quantities in quantum theory
Example sentence • The concept of quantum is fundamental to the field of quantum physics.
6 2 verb
v
verb
• enter or assume a certain state or condition
Example sentence • I want to become a doctor when I grow up.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
Example sentence • She fought for freedom and equality for all people.
7 2 adverb, noun
adv, n
adjective
• giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted
noun
• the state of being welcome
Example sentence • The warm welcome made me feel at home.
16 7 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• Asiatic onion with slender bulbs; used as early green onions
Example sentence • The allium fistulosum soup was delicious.
15 7 noun
n
noun
• a plant of eastern Asia; larger than Allium schoenoprasum
18 7 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• similar to and found with black rockweed
Example sentence • The ascophyllum nodosum extract is used as a natural fertilizer.
17 7 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• Mexican epiphytic orchid having pale green or yellow-green flowers with white purple-veined lip
23 10 noun
n
noun
• an inflammatory complication of leprosy that results in painful skin lesions on the arms and legs and face
Example sentence • The main symptom of erythema nodosum leprosum is the development of painful nodules under the skin.
17 8 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• American herb having flat-topped clusters of small white flower heads; reputedly a cause of trembles and milk sickness; sometimes placed in genus Eupatorium
Example sentence • The eupatorium rugosum flower is a beautiful addition to any garden.
19 8
noun
• evergreen shrub having almost heart-shaped foliage and bright yellow pea-like flowers followed by flat pods with flat wings; Australia and Tasmania
17 6 noun
n
noun
• the layer of epidermis just under the stratum corneum or (on the palms and soles) just under the stratum lucidum; contains cells (with visible granules) that die and move to the surface
Example sentence • The stratum granulosum is a layer of the epidermis in the skin.
20 8 noun
n
noun
• low-growing tufted deciduous shrub of northern and alpine North America having pink to coral-red flowers followed by sweet blue berries
14 6 noun
n
noun
• a vein formed by branches from the back surface of the eye and the ciliary body; empties into the ophthalmic veins
Example sentence • The vena vorticosum is a large vein located in the cochlea.
21 9 noun
n
noun
• bores through wood making a ticking sound popularly thought to presage death
8 4 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite
Example sentence • The soda can is made of aluminum .
7 3 noun
n
noun
• propriety in manners and conduct
Example sentence • The teacher reminded the students to maintain decorum during the assembly.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound
Example sentence • He suffered a ruptured eardrum after the loud explosion.
5 2 noun
n
noun
• a public meeting or assembly for open discussion
Example sentence • I posted a question on the forum , hoping someone could help me.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the pivot about which a lever turns
Example sentence • The fulcrum is a pivot point on which a lever turns.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• an aggressive and violent young criminal
Example sentence • The police arrested a notorious hoodlum last night.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• narcotic consisting of an alcohol solution of opium or any preparation in which opium is the main ingredient
Example sentence • He took laudanum to relieve his pain.
5 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• someone (physician or clergyman) who substitutes temporarily for another member of the same profession
Example sentence • The hospital hired a locum to cover for the absent doctor.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a large wine bottle for liquor or wine
Example sentence • He ordered a magnum of champagne to celebrate his promotion.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a written proposal or reminder
Example sentence • I received a memorandum from my boss regarding the new company policies.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• an apparatus consisting of an object mounted so that it swings freely under the influence of gravity
Example sentence • The pendulum swung back and forth in a hypnotic rhythm.
8 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits
Example sentence • She wore a stunning platinum necklace to the gala.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a gathering of the minimal number of members of an organization to conduct business
Example sentence • A quorum of at least half the members is required for a valid vote.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the flat bone that articulates with the clavicles and the first seven pairs of ribs
Example sentence • He suffered a fracture in his sternum after the accident.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• any of various small sugary candies
Example sentence • She was humming a sugarplum while baking cookies.
6 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder
Example sentence • She sprinkled talcum powder on her hands before putting on gloves.
20 8 noun
n
noun
• large stout fern of extreme western Europe
Example sentence • The trichomanes speciosum is known for its delicate and intricate fronds.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• a final peremptory demand
Example sentence • She issued an ultimatum to her boyfriend: either propose or break up.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time
Example sentence • His monthly income is $5000.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a domain in which something is dominant
Example sentence • The castle stood proudly in the heart of the kingdom .
10 4 noun
n
Example sentence • The construction of the Great Wall of China took over a millennium to complete.
7 2 noun
n
Example sentence • The outcome of the game was a tie.
8 3 verb
v
Example sentence • He managed to overcome his fear of heights and successfully climbed the mountain.
6 2 adjective
adj
adjective
• lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance
Example sentence • She picked a random book off the shelf.
6 2 adverb
adv
Example sentence • She seldom goes to parties.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb
verb
• travel by getting free rides from motorists
Example sentence • She sucked her thumb for comfort.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment
Example sentence • She shared her wisdom with me, and I am grateful for her guidance.
5 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• one or more recordings issued together; originally released on 12-inch phonograph records (usually with attractive record covers) and later on cassette audiotape and compact disc
Example sentence • I just bought a new album by my favorite band.
6 3 noun
n
noun
• a shelter from danger or hardship
Example sentence • He sought asylum in a foreign country.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a musical percussion instrument; usually consists of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched across each end
Example sentence • He played the drum with great precision.
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