8 2 verb, noun v, n Example sentence • The pedestrian waited at the zebra crossing for the cars to pass.
7 2 verb v noun
• a person who exercises control over workers
Example sentence • She is always bossing everyone around and telling them what to do.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a soft loosely twisted thread used in embroidery
verb
• use dental floss to clean
Example sentence • I need to buy more flossing supplies.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
verb
• give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing
Example sentence • She is an expert in glossing and linguistic analysis.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• To become covered with moss.
Example sentence • The mossing trees created a lush and green landscape.
12 3 verb, noun v, n verb
• mate a hybrid of the first generation with one of its parents
Example sentence • The goal of backcrossing is to transfer a specific trait from one organism to another.
10 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The incrossing of two different flower species created a beautiful hybrid.
13 4 verb, noun v, n verb
• To cross back over one another
noun
• The interbreeding of two strains that have a common ancestry
Example sentence • Interbreeding between different species is known as intercrossing .
11 3 noun n verb
• To crossbreed different strains of a plant or animal
noun
• An organism produced by outcrossing
Example sentence • The process of outcrossing increases genetic diversity within a population.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• The motion or position of things that recross; an interweaving.
Example sentence • The recrossing of the icy river was treacherous.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of causing something to happen
Example sentence • The heavy rain is causing flooding in the streets.
7 2 verb v verb
• To add sauce to; to season.
Example sentence • She was saucing up the pasta with a spicy tomato sauce.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
Example sentence • She took several dance classes and eventually became a professional in dancing .
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the process of making a (steel) ship's hull nonmagnetic by producing an opposing magnetic field
Example sentence • The degaussing of the hard drive ensured that all data was permanently erased.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
5 2 verb v noun
• an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
Example sentence • I am using my phone to make a call.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of observing; taking a patient look
Example sentence • I enjoy watching movies on weekends.
6 2 verb v verb
• fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
Example sentence • I am losing my patience with your constant excuses.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
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
• a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
verb
• interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
Example sentence • The pausing during his speech made it difficult to follow his train of thought.
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.
8 2 noun n noun
• the formal act of approving
Example sentence • Receiving a promotion at work was a true blessing for him.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts)
Example sentence • The bouncing ball rolled across the playground.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• fighting with the fists
Example sentence • I enjoy watching professional boxing matches.
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 noun n noun
• savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type
Example sentence • I bought a new dressing for my salad.
6 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
Example sentence • The facing brick on the house is starting to crumble.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of putting something in working order again
Example sentence • I need to do some fixing around the house.
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, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an estimate based on little or no information
Example sentence • Her guessing of the answer was completely accurate.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
Example sentence • The hissing sound of the snake startled me.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
Example sentence • Their passionate kissing brought tears to my eyes.
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.
6 2 verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n noun
• the act of mixing together
Example sentence • The mixing of colors created a beautiful painting.
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, 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 .
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj adjective
• of advancing the ball by throwing it
noun
• (American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate
adverb
• to an extraordinary degree
adjective satellite
• lasting a very short time
Example sentence • The passing of the new law will create stricter regulations.
8 2 adjective adj noun
• the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
adjective satellite
• compelling immediate action
Example sentence • The pressing issue of climate change needs immediate attention.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the sport of engaging in contests of speed
Example sentence • Horse racing is a popular sport in many countries.
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • She is a trying person to be around
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.
7 2 verb v noun
• a powerful effect or influence
verb
• to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
Example sentence • He was forcing the door open with all his strength.
11 4 verb v
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Example sentence • The restaurant is known for oversaucing their dishes, overpowering the flavors.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• noisy like the sound of a bee
Example sentence • The buzzing bees flew from flower to flower.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• (baseball) playing the position of catcher on a baseball team
adjective satellite
• (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection
Example sentence • The catching scent of freshly baked cookies filled the room.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of closing something
Example sentence • The closing of the deal took longer than expected.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the job of a professional coach
Example sentence • He received coaching from a professional tennis player.
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