7 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • I found a set of old coins while digging in the backyard.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
Example sentence • The rigging on the ship was damaged during the storm.
8 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj verb
• To fidget, to wriggle around
adjective
• (minced oath) A minced oath of "fucking" as an intensifier.
adverb
• (minced oath) Fucking, as intensifier.
Example sentence • I can't believe he won that frigging game.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
7 2 verb, noun v, n verb
• live like a pig, in squalor
Example sentence • The pigging system was successfully implemented to remove debris and ensure smooth flow.
8 2 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• a large and hurried swallow
verb
• strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat
Example sentence • She was swigging from a bottle of beer on the beach.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • I was wondering if you could help me with my homework.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
6 2 verb v noun
• the act that results in something coming to be
Example sentence • She is making a cake for the party.
7 2 noun n noun
• the message that is intended or expressed or signified
adjective satellite
• rich in significance or implication
Example sentence • She asked the meaning of the word.
7 2 noun n noun
• a formally arranged gathering
Example sentence • Let's schedule a meeting for next week.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The moving of the furniture was a tedious task.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of smoking tobacco or other substances
adjective satellite
• emitting smoke in great volume
Example sentence • People should be aware of the dangers of smoking .
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• long and light rowing boat; especially for racing
Example sentence • The band went on a gigging tour around the country.
7 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj adjective satellite
• continually complaining or faultfinding
Example sentence • Her constant nagging is driving me crazy.
9 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year
Example sentence • She was sprigging the flower pots with fresh lavender.
8 2 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year
verb
• branch out in a twiglike manner
Example sentence • She was twigging flowers on her way back home.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions
Example sentence • She faced harsh judging from her peers on the talent show.
7 2 verb, noun v, n
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • She is busy answering emails right now.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
11 4 noun n noun
• the practical application of technical and scientific knowledge to commerce or industry
Example sentence • She studied aerospace engineering at university.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a movement into or inward
Example sentence • The entering students were given a warm welcome by their classmates.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
Example sentence • I need to focus on the finishing of this project.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something
Example sentence • The handling of hazardous materials requires special training.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment
Example sentence • The police were called in to investigate the kidnapping of a wealthy businessman's son.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)
Example sentence • I heard a knocking sound at the door.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
7 2 noun n noun
• the time period between dawn and noon
Example sentence • I woke up early in the morning to go for a run.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm
Example sentence • She decided to pursue a career in nursing .
9 3 adjective adj adjective
• resulting in punishment
adjective satellite
• characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
Example sentence • He received a punishing blow to the head during the boxing match.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • He ate half of the cake and saved the remaining for later.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • He had a sneaking suspicion that she was lying.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of snoring or producing a snoring sound
Example sentence • Her loud snoring kept me awake all night.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an exchange of ideas via conversation
Example sentence • The talking parrot entertained the kids at the birthday party.
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • She is a trying person to be around
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• travelling about without any clear destination
Example sentence • Her mind was filled with dreams and wanderings of far-off lands.
5 1 verb v noun
• the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization
Example sentence • I'm doing my homework right now.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • She was blissfully ignoring the chaos around her.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• be successful; achieve a goal
Example sentence • The managing director of the company is responsible for overseeing all operations.
9 3 noun n noun
• An object whose nature is yet to be defined.
verb
• Applied to an action whose name is forgotten by, unknown or unimportant to the user, e.g. from words of a song.
adjective
• Having a characteristic that the speaker cannot specify.
adverb
• (degree) Somewhat; to a degree.
pronoun
• An uncertain or unspecified thing; one thing.
Example sentence • I need something to eat.
11 4 adjective adj Example sentence • The magician performed an astonishing trick that left the audience in awe.
9 3 noun n noun
• the event consisting of the start of something
Example sentence • The beginning of the book was captivating.
10 4 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective satellite
• remaining in force or being carried on without letup
Example sentence • Her continuing efforts paid off when she finally achieved her goal.
11 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• capable of arousing and holding the attention
Example sentence • The documentary about marine life was absolutely fascinating .
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • She bought a matching hat and gloves.
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