4 1 noun
n
verb
• crack due to dehydration
Example sentence • He is a good chap and a trustworthy friend.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a sudden very loud noise
verb
• put quickly or forcibly
Example sentence • She received a round of applause as the audience erupted in a thunderous clap .
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a small fragment of something broken off from the whole
verb
• dispose of (something useless or old)
Example sentence • He found a scrap of paper on the floor.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a blow from a flat object (as an open hand)
verb
• hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand
Example sentence • He gave her a light slap on the cheek.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the act of catching an object with the hands
verb
• utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone
Example sentence • She took a quick snap of the beautiful sunset.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
Example sentence • She tightened the strap on her backpack before heading out on the hike.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
verb
• exchange or give (something) in exchange for
Example sentence • I made a swap with my friend to exchange our books.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person
verb
• arrange or fold as a cover or protection
Example sentence • She received a lovely wrap as a gift for her birthday.
6 2 verb
v
verb
• take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom
Example sentence • The criminals planned to kidnap the wealthy businessman for a ransom.
4 1 verb
v
noun
• any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely
verb
• move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion
Example sentence • The wind caused the tent to flap noisily.
3 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• worthless or oversimplified ideas
Example sentence • He wiped the baby's face with a damp pap .
3 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• informal terms for the mouth
verb
• bark in a high-pitched tone
Example sentence • That dog's yap is so annoying.
3 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact
verb
• strike suddenly and with force
Example sentence • The thunderstorm produced a loud zap .
9 2 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
noun
• a strap that is looped and sewn to the top of a boot for pulling it on
verb
• help oneself, often through improvised means
Example sentence • He pulled himself up by the bootstraps and rebuilt his life after the accident.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
Example sentence • He has a physical handicap that makes it difficult for him to walk.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a support for the genitals worn by men engaging in strenuous exercise
Example sentence • He wore a jockstrap during his workout at the gym.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint
verb
• shoot in the kneecap, often done by terrorist groups as a warning
Example sentence • She fell and hit her kneecap on the pavement.
6 2 adjective
adj
noun
• a reckless impetuous irresponsible person
adjective satellite
• characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation
Example sentence • I love watching madcap comedies that are filled with slapstick humor.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate
Example sentence • There was a minor mishap during the performance, but the show went on.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• an alcoholic drink taken at bedtime; often alcoholic
Example sentence • I like to have a nightcap before going to bed.
7 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena
verb
• coincide partially or wholly
Example sentence • The two circles have an overlap in the middle.
5 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a used automobile tire that has been remolded to give it new treads
Example sentence • I missed the beginning of the movie, can you give me a recap ?
6 2 verb
v
verb
• remove the outer cover or wrapping of
Example sentence • I can't wait to unwrap my birthday presents!
3 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a small loaf or roll of soft bread
Example sentence • I had a delicious bap for breakfast.
4 1 verb, adjective
v, adj
Example sentence • I could really use a frap right now.
4 1 verb
v
Example sentence • She managed to knap the coconut open with a single blow.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
Example sentence • He heard a loud whap as the book hit the table.
3 1 verb
v
noun
• Elaborate handshake, especially hooking thumbs.
Example sentence • He decided to dap his friend as a sign of greeting.
6 2 noun
n
Example sentence • She wrapped the plant in burlap to protect it from the cold.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed)
Example sentence • I only had a short catnap before my meeting.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• pompous or pretentious talk or writing
Example sentence • I can't stand listening to his political claptrap .
9 2 noun
n
noun
• any structure that is very unsafe; where people are likely to be killed
Example sentence • The old, abandoned house was a deathtrap , with rotting floors and unstable walls.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a hanging fold of loose skin on an elderly person's neck
Example sentence • The male deer proudly displayed his large dewlap as a sign of dominance.
6 2 verb
v
verb
• take or catch as if in a snare or trap
Example sentence • The police set up a sting operation to entrap the drug dealer.
8 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a building that would be hard to escape from if it were to catch fire
Example sentence • He was trapped inside the firetrap and had to be rescued by the firefighters.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a trap for catching flies
Example sentence • I bought a Venus flytrap to help control the flies in my house.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a size of paper used especially in Britain
Example sentence • He wrote his essay on a foolscap paper.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a clap of the hands to indicate approval
Example sentence • The audience erupted in a thunderous handclap as the band finished their performance.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• cap that fits over the hub of a wheel
Example sentence • I need to replace the missing hubcap on my car.
6 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a mass of ice and snow that permanently covers a large area of land (e.g., the polar regions or a mountain peak)
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a very attractive or seductive looking woman
Example sentence • The bank installed a mantrap at the entrance to ensure maximum security.
6 2 adverb
adv
Example sentence • I mayhap left my phone at the restaurant last night.
9 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a trap for catching mice
Example sentence • I set up a mousetrap in the attic to catch the mice.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a difficult entangling situation
Example sentence • He set up a rattrap in the barn to catch the mice.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a member of the military police in Britain
Example sentence • The redcap is a mythical creature from British folklore.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a governor of a province in ancient Persia
Example sentence • The satrap governed the province with an iron fist.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• rounded brimless cap fitting the crown of the head
Example sentence • He wore a black skullcap to protect his head from the sun.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a porter who helps passengers with their baggage at an airport
Example sentence • The skycap helped us load our luggage onto the airport shuttle.
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