7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of retaining something
Example sentence • He was seen holding a bouquet of flowers.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape
adjective satellite
• capable of being folded up and stored
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of creating something by casting it in a mold
Example sentence • The molding along the walls added an elegant touch to the room.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a developmental process
Example sentence • The unfolding of the story kept me on the edge of my seat.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing
Example sentence • The interior of the room was adorned with beautiful crown moulding .
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
Example sentence • The upholding judge made a fair and just decision.
9 3 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj noun
• perception by means of the eyes
Example sentence • The beholding of a beautiful sunset filled my heart with joy.
11 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of deducting from an employee's salary
Example sentence • The current tax withholding rates are higher than last year.
9 3 verb v noun
• the action of enfolding something
Example sentence • The garden is enfolding with beautiful flowers.
7 2 noun
• English novelist (1911-1993)
9 3 verb v noun
• the folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface
Example sentence • The infolding of the tectonic plates created a mountain range.
12 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a cloth used to cover the eyes
verb
• cover the eyes of (someone) to prevent him from seeing
Example sentence • She walked down the hallway, blindfolding herself with a scarf.
9 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The national park has several inholdings that are privately owned.
10 3
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Example sentence • The premolding process allows for more precise control over the final product.
9 3 verb v noun
• A second or subsequent folding.
Example sentence • After denaturation, the protein can undergo refolding .
9 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• Mold again, apply a new mold to
noun
• An act of molding again.
Example sentence • The remolding of the bathroom took several weeks to complete.
11 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• The degree to which a motor vehicle maintains a stable "grip" on the road surface, without tilting, skidding, etc.
Example sentence • The car's roadholding is impressive, allowing it to take tight corners with ease.
9 3 verb v
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Example sentence • I had trouble unmolding the cake from the pan because it was sticking to the sides.
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj
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Example sentence • The upfolding of the mountain range created a breathtaking landscape.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• weight to be borne or conveyed
Example sentence • The loading of the truck took longer than expected.
8 2 noun n noun
• a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
Example sentence • The building is made of brick and has several floors.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body
adjective satellite
• deeply or seriously thoughtful
Example sentence • She sat in the corner, brooding over her failed exams.
9 3 adverb adv adjective satellite
• (followed by `to') in agreement with or accordant with
Example sentence • The students were divided into groups according to their abilities.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
Example sentence • I had a hard time finding my keys this morning.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal
Example sentence • The helping hand reached out to the injured bird.
6 2 verb v noun
• the activity of keeping something secret
Example sentence • She was hiding behind the curtains.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
Example sentence • I enjoy reading novels in my free time.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• (of fluids) not moving or flowing
noun
• social or financial or professional status or reputation
adjective satellite
• having a supporting base
Example sentence • He took his place in the standing room section of the stadium.
7 2 noun n noun
• the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
Example sentence • The wedding ceremony will take place in a beautiful garden.
7 2 verb v noun
• a young person of either sex
verb
• tell false information to for fun
Example sentence • I was just kidding about being able to fly.
7 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The keeping of secrets can sometimes lead to distrust.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• searching for or buying goods or services
Example sentence • I love going shopping at the mall.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the state of being asleep
adjective satellite
• lying with head on paws as if sleeping
Example sentence • I love sleeping in on weekends.
6 2 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• a specific instance of feeling hopeful
Example sentence • I am hoping to get a promotion at work.
11 3 noun n Example sentence • The construction workers erected the scaffolding around the building.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
Example sentence • His constant goading eventually led to a heated argument.
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.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
Example sentence • She placed a bid at the live bidding event.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft
Example sentence • The boarding process was delayed due to bad weather.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression
adjective satellite
• producing offspring or set aside especially for producing offspring
Example sentence • Selective breeding has led to the development of various dog breeds.
7 2 noun n noun
• the act of encamping and living in tents in a camp
Example sentence • We went camping in the mountains during our summer vacation.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together
Example sentence • The audience erupted in clapping at the end of the performance.
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.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme)
Example sentence • The movie had a surprising ending .
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• weakening in force or intensity
Example sentence • The fading light of the setting sun painted the sky in shades of pink and orange.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of consuming food
Example sentence • The feeding of the baby took about an hour.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• financial resources provided to make some project possible
Example sentence • The school received funding from the government for new textbooks.
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.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about
Example sentence • She looked at the heading for directions.
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