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 .
5 2 verb v verb
• remove from memory or existence
Example sentence • I need to erase this pencil mark from my paper.
6 1 noun n noun
• an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence
verb
• put into words or an expression
Example sentence • He couldn't understand the meaning of the phrase .
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the acquisition of something for payment
verb
• obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Example sentence • I made a purchase at the grocery store.
8 2 noun n noun
• a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes
Example sentence • I packed all my clothes in the suitcase .
4 1 noun n noun
• an open jar of glass or porcelain used as an ornament or to hold flowers
Example sentence • She placed the fresh flowers in a beautiful crystal vase on the dining table.
8 3 noun n noun
• an organized body of related information
Example sentence • I need to update the database with the latest information.
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.
8 2 noun n noun
• a piece of furniture with shelves for storing books
Example sentence • She organized her books neatly on the bookcase .
11 2 noun n noun
• a phrase that has become a catchword
Example sentence • He coined the catchphrase "Just do it" for his advertising campaign.
9 2 noun n noun
• housing for a crankshaft
Example sentence • The mechanic removed the oil filter to access the crankcase of the engine.
7 2 noun n noun
• someone deranged and possibly dangerous
Example sentence • He's a complete nutcase , always coming up with crazy ideas.
8 2 verb v verb
• express the same message in different words
Example sentence • Can you please rephrase that question?
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.
9 2 noun n noun
• a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps
Example sentence • She tripped and fell down the staircase .
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 .
5 1 noun n noun
• the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
Example sentence • The astronaut floated gracefully in space .
5 2 verb v verb
• cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
Example sentence • He was abased by the criticism of his work.
5 1 adjective adj adjective satellite
• very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world
Example sentence • She was blase about the whole situation, as if nothing could surprise her anymore.
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 noun n noun
• an enzyme secreted in the digestive tract that catalyzes the breakdown of fats into individual fatty acids that can be absorbed into the bloodstream
Example sentence • The pancreas produces lipase to aid in the digestion of dietary fat.
8 2 noun n noun
• the first stage of meiosis
Example sentence • During prophase , the nuclear membrane begins to break down.
7 2 noun n noun
• an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of sucrose into glucose and fructose
Example sentence • The production of sucrase is regulated by the body's digestive system.
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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9 2 noun n
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Example sentence • I spread some smearcase on my toast for breakfast.
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.
9 2 noun n noun
• an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built
Example sentence • We sat around the cozy fireplace , warming ourselves on a chilly winter evening.
8 2 noun n noun
• jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful necklace with her evening gown.
6 2 noun n noun
• a large and stately mansion
Example sentence • The king and queen live in a grand palace .
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.
9 2 adverb, noun adv, n adverb
• in or at or to some place
Example sentence • Let's go to someplace new for our vacation.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
Example sentence • The surface of the lake was calm and still.
7 2 noun n noun
• usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence
verb
• provide (a house) with a terrace
Example sentence • Our hotel room came with a beautiful terrace overlooking the ocean.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a just detectable amount
verb
• follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something
Example sentence • The detective followed the trace of footprints to solve the case.
7 3 noun n noun
• any of a group of proteins found in saliva and pancreatic juice and parts of plants; help convert starch to sugar
Example sentence • Saliva contains amylase , which begins the digestion of starches in the mouth.
8 3 noun n noun
• the stage of meiosis or mitosis when chromosomes move toward opposite ends of the nuclear spindle
Example sentence • During anaphase , the sister chromatids separate and move towards opposite poles of the cell.
14 5 noun n noun
• an enzyme that hydrolyses acetylcholine (into choline and acetic acid)
Example sentence • The levels of cholinesterase can be measured in the blood.
11 4 verb, noun v, n noun
• any enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of collagen and gelatin
Example sentence • Researchers are studying the effectiveness of collagenase for treating scar tissue.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• relating to small (not capitalized) letters that were kept in the lower half of a compositor's type case
noun
• the characters that were once kept in bottom half of a compositor's type case
Example sentence • Please write your name in lowercase letters.
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