13 5 noun n noun
• extinct primitive toothed bird of the Jurassic period having a long feathered tail and hollow bones; usually considered the most primitive of all birds
Example sentence • The archaeopteryx is considered to be a transitional fossil between dinosaurs and modern birds.
12 4 noun n noun
• a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference
Example sentence • The film director focused on creating the right atmospherics for the horror movie.
13 5 noun n noun
• a character set that includes letters and digits and punctuation
Example sentence • The document contains a mixture of alphanumerics and symbols.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• rod-shaped Gram-negative bacteria; most occur normally or pathogenically in intestines of humans and other animals
Example sentence • Some enterics are harmful to humans and can cause food poisoning.
8 3 noun n adjective
• relating to or common to or descriptive of all members of a genus
noun
• wine that does not meet the minimum qualifications and standards for use of a designation by appellation of origin (where the grapes are grown) or by varietal content; may only be labeled by proprietary (made-up) name, by general color (such as `vin rouge', `vino rosso', `rotwein', `red wine', etc.), or by general class (as `vin ordinaire', `vin de table', `vino da tavola', `tafelwein', `table wine', etc.)
adjective satellite
• (of drugs) not protected by trademark
Example sentence • The pharmacy stocks both brand-name drugs and generics .
8 3 noun n
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9 3 noun n noun
• a humorous verse form of 5 anapestic lines with a rhyme scheme aabba
Example sentence • She loved to read limericks aloud to her friends.
9 3 noun n noun
• someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action
adjective satellite
• independent in behavior or thought
Example sentence • The group of mavericks formed their own startup company.
9 4 noun n noun
• A modern author (especially as opposed to a classical writer).
Example sentence • She specialized in neoterics and was always up-to-date with cutting-edge research.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• of or relating to or denoting numbers
adjective satellite
• measured or expressed in numbers
Example sentence • The teacher taught us how to perform various computations using numerics .
10 4 noun, adjective n, adj
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Example sentence • The poromerics material is known for its durability and breathability.
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Example sentence • Scientists study sferics to understand the behavior of lightning and storm activity.
9 3 noun
• widely cultivated tropical plant of India having yellow flowers and a large aromatic deep yellow rhizome; source of a condiment and a yellow dye
Example sentence • The health benefits of turmerics include anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
12 5 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• extinct primitive toothed bird of the Jurassic period having a long feathered tail and hollow bones; usually considered the most primitive of all birds
Example sentence • The archeopteryx specimen found in Germany is one of the most well-preserved fossils of a prehistoric bird.
3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a commercially prepared mixture of dry ingredients
verb
• mix together different elements
Example sentence • She made a delicious mix of vegetables and spices for the soup.
13 6 noun n noun
• the smallest moa; slender moa about the size of a large turkey
Example sentence • The anomalopteryx is an extinct bird native to New Zealand.
9 3 noun n
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3 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• informal terms for a difficult situation
verb
• restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
Example sentence • I need to call a plumber to fix the leak in the bathroom.
3 1 noun n noun
• the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
adjective satellite
• denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units
Example sentence • I will meet you at six o'clock.
9 4 noun n noun
• the branch of social science that deals with the production and distribution and consumption of goods and services and their management
Example sentence • Studying economics helps us understand how societies allocate resources.
6 2 noun n noun
• motivation based on ideas of right and wrong
Example sentence • His actions were a clear violation of professional ethics .
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• scientific tests or techniques used in the investigation of crimes
Example sentence • The team of investigators forensics the crime scene for fingerprints.
11 4 noun n noun
• a science (or group of related sciences) dealing with the logic of quantity and shape and arrangement
Example sentence • I have always struggled with mathematics .
9 3 noun n noun
• the branch of physics concerned with the motion of bodies in a frame of reference
Example sentence • The mechanics of the car engine were faulty.
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the state capital and largest city located in south central Arizona; situated in a former desert that has become a prosperous agricultural area thanks to irrigation
Example sentence • The phoenix is a mythical bird that is said to be able to rise from its own ashes.
7 2 noun n noun
• the science of matter and energy and their interactions
Example sentence • I have a degree in physics .
8 3 noun n noun
• social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power
Example sentence • The study of politics is essential for understanding how societies function.
10 3 noun n noun
• a branch of applied mathematics concerned with the collection and interpretation of quantitative data and the use of probability theory to estimate population parameters
Example sentence • The professor presented several statistics to support her argument.
7 2 noun n noun
• the branch of military science dealing with detailed maneuvers to achieve objectives set by strategy
Example sentence • The chess master employed strategic tactics to outmaneuver his opponent.
10 4 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• American breed of chicken having barred grey plumage raised for meat and brown eggs
Example sentence • She decided to breed dominiques in her backyard.
9 3 noun n noun
• an aura of heightened value or interest or meaning surrounding a person or thing
Example sentence • The mystiques of ancient civilizations have always fascinated historians.
18 8 noun n
12 5 noun n noun
• type genus of the Apterygidae: kiwis
18 8 noun n noun
• a genus of early bird that is transitional between feathered dinosaurs and modern birds (Archaeopteryx, Archeopteryx)
15 6 noun n
13 5 noun n noun
• tropical American trees: tonka beans
6 1 noun n noun
• rectangular block of clay baked by the sun or in a kiln; used as a building or paving material
verb
• To stop working (of an electronic device)
Example sentence • The builders stacked the bricks to build a wall.
6 2 noun n adjective
• used of a singer or singing voice that is light in volume and modest in range
noun
• the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number
adjective satellite
• expressing deep emotion
verb
• write lyrics for (a song)
Example sentence • The lyrics of this song are so meaningful.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
verb
• be overcome by a sudden fear
Example sentence • The panics of the financial markets were evident in the stock exchange.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the person or thing chosen or selected
verb
• select carefully from a group
Example sentence • She carefully examined the display of guitar picks at the music store.
6 1 verb, noun v, n adjective satellite
• made slick by e.g. ice or grease
Example sentence • He took a tumble on the wet grass and ended up with mud all over his slicks .
6 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a cunning or deceitful action or device
Example sentence • He showed me a few magic tricks .
9 3 noun n noun
• the study of the physical properties of sound
Example sentence • The concert hall has excellent acoustics .
10 4 noun n noun
• the gymnastic moves of an acrobat
Example sentence • She is a master of acrobatics and can perform incredible stunts.
8 3 noun n noun
• exercise that increases the need for oxygen
Example sentence • I go to aerobics class every Monday and Wednesday.
12 5 noun n noun
• the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of gases (especially air) and their effects on bodies in the flow
Example sentence • The aerodynamics of the car are crucial for its speed and efficiency.
11 4 noun n noun
• the theory and practice of navigation through air or space
Example sentence • He has a degree in aeronautics and works for an airline company.
10 3 noun n noun
• (art) the branch of philosophy dealing with beauty and taste (emphasizing the evaluative criteria that are applied to art)
Example sentence • The garden design focuses on the aesthetics of symmetry and balance.
8 3 noun n noun
• supplementary material that is collected and appended at the back of a book
Example sentence • I found an interesting fact in the appendix of the book.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
Example sentence • He is an athletics coach.
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