6 2 verb, adverb
v, adv
noun
• a specific instance of feeling hopeful
Example sentence • I am hoping to get a promotion at work.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall
Example sentence • Her coping mechanisms include deep breathing exercises.
6 2 verb
v
noun
• someone who wastes time
verb
• move around slowly and aimlessly
Example sentence • She's been moping around the house all day.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective
v, adv, adj
adjective satellite
• having an oblique or slanted direction
Example sentence • The sloping roof was covered in a thick layer of snow.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
verb
• To perform a cursory investigation of; scope out.
noun
• The act of adding a scope
Example sentence • I am scoping out potential locations for our new store.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
noun
• street names for marijuana
verb
• take drugs to improve one's athletic performance
Example sentence • The athlete was disqualified from the race for doping .
7 3 verb
v
verb
• run away secretly with one's beloved
Example sentence • They surprised their families by eloping to Las Vegas.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
adjective satellite
• acting with uncertainty or hesitance or lack of confidence
Example sentence • She accused him of groping her in a crowded bus.
6 2 verb
v
Example sentence • The horse was loping gracefully around the arena.
7 2
noun
• In mining, the removal of the desired ore from an underground mine, leaving behind an open space known as a stope.
11 4 verb, adjective
v, adj
verb
• encroach on the rights of others, as in trading without a proper license
Example sentence • The interloping raccoon raided the trash cans in the backyard.
11 4
noun
• a magnifier of images of distant objects
verb
• crush together or collapse
Example sentence • The telescoping antenna on my radio helps me pick up better reception.
6 2 verb
v
noun
• capturing cattle or horses with a lasso
Example sentence • He was roping cattle at the ranch.
8 3 verb
v
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Example sentence • The horse was galoping along the beach.
5 2
6 2
noun
• a dome-shaped shrine erected by Buddhists
verb
• drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
8 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
noun
• fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members
Example sentence • I made a brief stopping at the store to pick up some snacks.
13 4 verb
v
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Example sentence • The doctor is fluoroscoping the patient's lungs.
11 4 verb, noun
v, n
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Example sentence • The kinescoping process preserved historical television footage.
10 4 verb, adjective
v, adj
No meanings yet for this word...
9 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a leather strap used to sharpen razors
Example sentence • He paused to do a quick stropping of his razor before continuing his morning shave.
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.
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.
10 4 verb, adverb, noun, adjective
v, adv, n, adj
noun
• processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible
adjective satellite
• relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply
Example sentence • The country's economy is dependent on the developing of its natural resources.
7 2 verb
v
noun
• a cleansing agent made from the salts of vegetable or animal fats
verb
• rub soap all over, usually with the purpose of cleaning
Example sentence • She was quietly soaping her hands in the sink.
10 3 verb
v
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9 3 verb, adjective
v, adj
noun
• a fast gait of a horse; a two-beat stride during which all four legs are off the ground simultaneously
verb
• ride at a galloping pace
Example sentence • The galloping horse quickly passed the other competitors.
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 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.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
noun
• a liquid (as water) that flows in drops (as from the eaves of house)
Example sentence • The faucet was leaking and there was a constant dripping .
8 2 verb, noun
v, n
adjective satellite
• coming down freely under the influence of gravity
Example sentence • The dropping of the book startled me.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• selling goods abroad at a price below that charged in the domestic market
Example sentence • The illegal dumping of hazardous waste is a serious environmental issue.
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
v
noun
• the act of participating in an athletic competition in which you must jump
Example sentence • The cat is jumping up and down on the bed.
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.
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 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, adverb, adjective
v, adv, adj
noun
• a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
Example sentence • The popping sound of fireworks filled the air.
7 2 verb, adjective
v, adj
adjective satellite
• resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree
Example sentence • She wore a ripping red dress to the party.
8 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials
Example sentence • The shipping of goods by air is faster than by sea.
8 2 verb, adjective
v, adj
adjective satellite
• moving as on a slippery surface
Example sentence • The wet floor was slippery, and I kept slipping while trying to walk.
8 2 verb, adverb, adjective
v, adv, adj
noun
• the act of cleaning with a broom
adjective satellite
• taking in or moving over (or as if over) a wide area; often used in combination
Example sentence • He made a sweeping gesture with his arm to indicate the breathtaking view.
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.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
noun
• the sound of light blow or knock
Example sentence • I could hear the tapping of rain on the window.
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