# shortdefs

word: monk
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a member of a religious community of men who usually promise to remain poor, unmarried, and separated from the rest of society"}]


word: stone
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a hard substance that comes from the ground and is used for building, carving, etc. —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small piece of rock"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a piece of rock used for a particular purpose"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to throw stones at (someone or something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to kill (someone) by throwing stones"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to remove the hard, large seed of (a fruit) : pit"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"totally or completely —sometimes used in combination"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"completely or totally"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"showing no emotion"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"ground by being crushed between two large stones (called millstones)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a hard object like a small stone that sometimes forms in a kidney and that can cause great pain"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a flat stone or brick used to make a hard surface to walk on outdoors"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an imaginary substance that people in the past believed had the power to change other metals into gold"}]


word: elf
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small creature in stories usually with pointed ears and magical powers"}]


word: giant
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very large : much larger or more powerful than normal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a legendary creature usually thought of as being an extremely large and powerful person"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person or thing that is very large, powerful, or successful"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very tall evergreen tree that grows in the western U.S. —called also sequoia"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very large type of squid"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large plant-eating tortoise"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very large star that has a reddish color"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having or showing a kind and quiet nature : not harsh or violent"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not hard or forceful"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not strong or harsh in effect or quality"}]


word: side
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a place, space, or direction that is away from or beyond the center of something —often used with on or to"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an outer surface or part of something —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the surfaces of an object that is not the front, back, top, or bottom—often + of"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of or located on the side of something"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"happening or done in addition to the main or most important thing"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"in addition to the main meal"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cover the outside walls of (a building) with long pieces of material (called siding)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an unpleasantly proud attitude or way of behaving"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"positioned next to each other : involving things that are positioned next to each other"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an often harmful and unwanted effect of a drug or chemical that occurs along with the desired effect"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a result of an action that is not expected or intended"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a smaller road that is connected to a main road"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a smaller street that connects to and often ends at a main road"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a table that is designed to be placed against a wall"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mirror on the outside of a vehicle that allows the driver to see what is behind and to the right or left of the vehicle —called also (British) wing mirror"}]


word: against
entries:
[{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in opposition to (someone or something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in competition with (someone or something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"—used to indicate the person or thing that is affected or harmed by something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a belief that something will happen or is likely to happen"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling or belief about how successful, good, etc., someone or something will be—usually plural"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"violent action against a ruler or government : rebellion —often + against"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something which shows that you will not accept something or will not agree to be controlled or influenced by someone or something —often + against"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to give an opinion or suggestion to someone about what should be done : to give advice to (someone)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to recommend or suggest (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to give information to (someone)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be liked by someone : to be pleasing or attractive to someone"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to ask for something (such as help or support) in a serious way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to try to make someone do or accept something as right or proper by saying things that are directed at a person's feelings, attitudes, etc.—+ to"},{"fl":"conjunction","shortdef":"—used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so"},{"fl":"conjunction","shortdef":"—used in the phrase as…as to say when something should be done, how often something should happen, etc."},{"fl":"conjunction","shortdef":"in the way that"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the rear part of the body : the part of the body that is opposite to the stomach and chest and that goes from the neck to the top of the legs"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of an animal that is like a person's back"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the side or surface of something that is opposite the front or face : the rear side or surface of something—usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of a scene or picture that is farthest from the viewer : the part of a scene that is behind a main figure or object in a painting, photograph, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a surface or color that is behind or around something (such as a printed design)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a position that attracts little attention"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make a bet : to risk losing something (such as money) if your guess about what will happen is wrong"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to risk losing (something) when you try to do or achieve something—usually + on"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make decisions that are based on the belief that something will happen or is true"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to come with (something or someone) to a place"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something or someone) to come"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something) to exist, happen, or start"}]


word: sword
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a weapon with a long metal blade that has a sharp point and edge"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a sword that has two sharp edges"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that has both good and bad parts or results"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to come or go down quickly from a high place or position"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to come or go down suddenly from a standing position —often + down or over"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to let yourself come or go down to a lower position"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a blade that is sharp on both sides : having two sharp edges"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"able to be understood in two different ways : having two different meanings"}]


word: such
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to say that something is great in degree, quality, or number"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to say that something has a quality that results in something specified"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of the kind specified"},{"fl":"pronoun","shortdef":"that kind or type of person or thing"},{"fl":"pronoun","shortdef":"something previously stated or specified"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used to make a description more forceful"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to the degree that is specified or understood"},{"fl":"unknown","shortdef":"—used in writing after an error (such as a spelling error) in a quotation to show that the error was made by the speaker or writer who is being quoted and not by you"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not named or specified"},{"fl":"pronoun","shortdef":"something that is not specified"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a living thing that is not a human being or plant —often used to refer specifically to mammals as distinguished from other living things (such as fish and birds)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"any living thing that is not a plant"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who behaves in a wild, aggressive, or unpleasant way"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at any time"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at all times"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to a greater degree"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the range, distance, or space that is covered or affected by something or included in something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the point or limit to which something extends or reaches"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to indicate the degree to which something exists, happens, or is true"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the period of time when a person is alive"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the experience of being alive —often used before another noun"}]


word: reply
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say, write, or do something as an answer or response"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something said, written, or done as an answer or response"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"postage-paid"}]


word: realize
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to understand or become aware of (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something) to become real—usually used as (be) realized"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to achieve (something, such as a goal, dream, etc.)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a chance or possibility that something will happen or exist in the future—usually singular—usually + for"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a quality that something has that can be developed to make it better"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an ability that someone has that can be developed to help that person become successful"}]


word: master
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone who has control or power over others: such as"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone (especially a man) who has a servant or slave"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone (especially a man) who owns a pet (such as a dog)"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"highly skilled"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"largest or most important"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to describe an original version from which other copies can be made"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to succeed in controlling (something, such as an emotion)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to learn (something) completely : to get the knowledge and skill that allows you to do, use, or understand (something) very well"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a key that can be used to open many locks (such as all the door locks in a building)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who introduces guests, speakers, or performers at a formal event —called also (US) MC"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a detailed plan for doing something that will require a lot of time and effort"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a degree that is given to a student by a college or university usually after one or two years of additional study following a bachelor's degree"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an expert player in chess who has scored very high in international competition"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a famous and highly skilled artist; especially : a famous painter of the 16th, 17th, or early 18th century"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a work of art created by an Old Master"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who has done something many times before and has become very skilled at doing it : expert"}]


word: ground
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the surface of the earth"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the soil that is on or under the surface of the earth"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area of land"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to provide a basis or reason for (something)—usually used as (be) grounded —often + in"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause a ship or boat to hit the ground below the water so that it cannot move"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to prevent (an aircraft or a pilot) from flying"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to crush or break (something) into very small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or using a special machine"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cut (meat) into small pieces by putting it through a special machine —usually used in U.S. English in the form ground to describe meat that has been cut into very small pieces"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (something) sharp or smooth by rubbing it against a hard surface"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a ball that is hit by the batter and that rolls or bounces along the ground —called also grounder"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a piece of waterproof material that is used under tents, sleeping bags, etc., by people who are sleeping outdoors —called also (British) ground sheet"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a low plant or group of plants used in a garden to cover the ground"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of people at an airport who take care of and repair aircraft —called also (British) ground staff"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the floor of a building that is at ground level —called also (US) first floor"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"occurring or lying at or near the ground"}]


word: indeed
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"without any question—used to stress the truth of a statement —often used after very"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used in response to a statement that is regarded as doubtful or surprising"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used when making a statement that adds to or strengthens a previous statement"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who you like and enjoy being with"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who helps or supports someone or something (such as a cause or charity)"}]


word: creature
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an animal of any type"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an imaginary or very strange kind of animal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person usually of a specified type"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that makes life easier or more pleasant—usually plural"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a usual way of behaving : something that a person does often in a regular and repeated way —often followed by of + -ing verb"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strong need to use a drug, to smoke cigarettes, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a piece of clothing worn by members of a religious group"}]


word: human
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of, relating to, or affecting people"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"typical of people"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having good or bad qualities that people usually have"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person—usually plural"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ways of thinking, feeling, and acting that are common to most people"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a department within an organization that deals with the people who work for that organization —abbr. HR"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of people who are able to do work"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a basic right (such as the right to be treated well or the right to vote) that many societies believe every person should have —usually plural"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act or practice of abusing someone or something: such as"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"harmful treatment of a person or animal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the use or treatment of something in a way that causes damage"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a living thing that is not a human being or plant —often used to refer specifically to mammals as distinguished from other living things (such as fish and birds)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"any living thing that is not a plant"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who behaves in a wild, aggressive, or unpleasant way"}]


word: fight
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use weapons or physical force to try to hurt someone, to defeat an enemy, etc. : to struggle in battle or physical combat —often + against"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be involved in (a battle, struggle, etc.)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to argue in an angry way"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a violent physical struggle between opponents"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an argument or quarrel"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a boxing match"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small animal that is related to lions and tigers and that is often kept by people as a pet —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a lion, tiger, leopard, or similar wild animal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the last part of something : end conclusion"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the final coating on a surface or the appearance produced by such a coating"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the light and heat and especially the flame produced by burning"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an occurrence in which something burns : the destruction of something (such as a building or a forest) by fire"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a controlled occurrence of fire created by burning something (such as wood or gas) in a special area (such as in a fireplace or stove)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a physical or mental activity or contest that has rules and that people do for pleasure"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a particular occurrence of a game"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the games that are part of a larger contest (such as a tennis match)"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of high quality"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of somewhat high but not excellent quality"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"correct or proper"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to choose or select (someone or something) from a group"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to remove (a fruit, flower, etc.) from a plant especially by using your hand"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to remove unwanted material from (something) by using your finger, a small tool, etc."},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"feeling nervous and uncomfortable about meeting and talking to people"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"showing that you are nervous and uncomfortable about meeting and talking to people"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"tending to avoid something because of nervousness, fear, dislike, etc. —often + of"}]


word: fear
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an unpleasant emotion caused by being aware of danger : a feeling of being afraid"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling of respect and wonder for something very powerful"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be afraid of (something or someone) —sometimes followed by to + verb"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to expect or worry about (something bad or unpleasant)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be afraid and worried"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of saying something that is opposite or very different in meaning to something else"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a difference or disagreement between two things which means that both cannot be true"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who lacks good sense or judgment : a stupid or silly person"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who enjoys something very much"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a dessert made with cooked fruit and cream or a thick sauce"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the perfect and all-powerful spirit or being that is worshipped especially by Christians, Jews, and Muslims as the one who created and rules the universe"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a spirit or being that has great power, strength, knowledge, etc., and that can affect nature and the lives of people : one of various spirits or beings worshipped in some religions —often used informally to suggest that what happens to someone is controlled by gods or by luck"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person and especially a man who is greatly loved or admired"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the front part of your chest"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the heart thought of as the place where emotions are felt"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the period of time when a person is alive"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the experience of being alive —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"not ever : not at any time"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used to express surprise, doubt, or disbelief"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used to say that you did not do something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something) to hit something in a forceful way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (someone or something) with your hand, a weapon, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to walk —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to walk on or along (something) —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to form (a path) by walking"}]


word: nod
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move your head up and down as a way of answering \"yes\" or of showing agreement, understanding, or approval"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move your head up and down as a signal to someone or as a way of saying hello or goodbye to someone —often + to —often + at"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to slightly move your head in a specified direction"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a movement of your head up and down especially as a way of answering \"yes\" or of showing agreement, understanding, or approval : an act of nodding"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something done to show that someone or something has been chosen, approved, etc."}]


word: low
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not rising or extending upward a great distance"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"extending or reaching upward less than other things of the same kind"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not located far above the ground or another surface"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at or to a low place or level"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in or to a low or poor condition"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at a low rate"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a low point or level"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a gear that is used for slow speeds in a vehicle —called also (US) low gear"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area of low atmospheric pressure"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make the low sound of a cow : moo"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the setting of a vehicle's headlights that makes the least bright light"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an illegal punch that hits a boxer below the waist"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an action or comment that is very hurtful and unfair"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"containing or having fewer carbohydrates than usual"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"lower-class"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having the opening around the neck shaped in a way that shows more than the usual amount of the chest"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"morally bad : dishonest and unfair"}]


word: magic
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a power that allows people (such as witches and wizards) to do impossible things by saying special words or performing special actions"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"tricks that seem to be impossible and that are done by a performer to entertain people"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"special power, influence, or skill"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having the power to make impossible things happen : having supernatural power"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"involving the skill of doing tricks that seem to be impossible"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"capable of producing good results very easily"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a drug or treatment that cures a disease quickly and easily without producing bad effects"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that solves a difficult problem easily"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a carpet that can carry a person through the air"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a machine that was used in the past to show pictures on a wall or screen"},{"fl":"trademark","shortdef":"—used for a felt-tip pen"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a stick that is used to make magic things happen —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"magic that is associated with the devil or with evil spirits : evil magic"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a plan or method for doing, making, or achieving something —often + for"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a list of the ingredients used for making something (such as a medicine or a drink)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a general fact or rule expressed in letters and symbols"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of secret words that are believed to have magic power"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"magic that is performed by saying a group of secret words"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a quality that attracts or influences someone or something in a powerful or seemingly magical way"}]


word: voice
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the sounds that you make with your mouth and throat when you are speaking, singing, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to speak"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to sing"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to express (something) in words"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the throat that contains the vocal cords : larynx"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a system in which callers can leave recorded messages for you over the telephone; also : a message left using this system"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"words that are spoken in a movie or television program by a person who is not seen"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a device that records the voices of the pilots and crew in the cockpit of an airplane"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"doing things that require physical movement and energy"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"involved in the activities of a group or organization : participating in an action or activity —often + in"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"involving action or participation"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to stop being strong or successful : to begin to fail or weaken"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to begin to walk or move in an unsteady way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to feel doubt about doing something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to get or discover (something or someone that you are looking for)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to discover or learn (something) by studying about it"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of your throat that contains the vocal cords —called also voice box"}]


word: wide
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"extending a great distance from one side to the other : not narrow"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"measured from side to side : having a specified width"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"opened as far as possible"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at a great distance : far"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to the side of something by a large distance —usually + of"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to the fullest extent : as fully as possible : completely"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a camera lens that you use to take pictures that show a wider view than other lenses"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"fully awake"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a man who earns a lot of money by doing things that are dishonest or illegal"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having your eyes wide open especially because of surprise or fear"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having or showing a lack of experience or knowledge"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"including many different ideas, actions, or things"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a player on the offensive team who specializes in catching forward passes"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a screen that is wider than the screen of most televisions"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mobile home that is made of two units that have been connected together side by side —called also double-wide trailer"}]


word: suddenly
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"very quickly in usually an unexpected way : in a sudden way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to come with (something or someone) to a place"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something or someone) to come"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something) to exist, happen, or start"}]


word: smile
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an expression on your face that makes the corners of your mouth turn up and that shows happiness, amusement, pleasure, affection, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make a smile : to make the corners of your mouth turn up in an expression that shows happiness, amusement, pleasure, affection, etc. —often + at"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to show or express (something, such as approval, encouragement, etc.) by a smile"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say (something) with a smile"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to break (something) so that there are lines in its surface but it is usually not separated into pieces"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit or press (something) so hard that it breaks apart or opens suddenly"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (someone or something) hard and usually suddenly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the body that you hear with"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an ability to understand and appreciate something heard"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to describe the way something sounds to you"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a facial expression"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"either one of the two soft parts that surround the mouth"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the edge of a cut or hole"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the edge of a container especially where it is slightly spread out"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a small distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thick"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not having a lot of extra flesh on the body : not fat"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not growing closely together : not growing in a large amount"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to clean or dry (something) by using a towel, your hand, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to remove (something) by rubbing —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move (something) over a surface"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"humorous in a clever and often ironic way"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"showing both amusement and a feeling of being tired, annoyed, etc."}]


word: consider
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to think about (something or someone) carefully especially in order to make a choice or decision"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to think about (something that is important in understanding something or in making a decision or judgment)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to think about (a person or a person's feelings) before you do something in order to avoid making someone upset, angry, etc."},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to say that an activity, job, etc., has ended"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"cooked completely or enough"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"socially acceptable or fashionable"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to not move, walk, etc., after doing so before"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (someone or something) to not move, walk, etc., after doing so before"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to not do something that you have been doing before : to not continue doing something"}]


word: shoulder
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of your body where your arm is connected —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of an animal's body where a front leg is connected"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a cut of meat from the shoulder of an animal"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to deal with or accept (something) as your responsibility or duty"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to push (something) with your shoulder"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move forward by pushing through something with the shoulders"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a bag that is designed to be carried on one shoulder by a strap"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the two flat, triangular bones of the shoulder that are located in the upper back —called also scapula"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"reaching as high as your shoulder"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"reaching your shoulders"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strap that is used to carry or hold something on your shoulder or to hold up a piece of clothing"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small piece that has been broken off from something larger"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a place where a small piece of something has broken off"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small piece of candy or chocolate used in baking"}]


word: hit
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something, such as a ball) to move by hitting it forcefully with a bat, racket, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to touch (something or someone) in a forceful or violent way after moving at a high speed"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of hitting someone or something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to describe being hit by something (such as a bullet, bomb, punch, etc.)—usually used with take —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is very successful —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a band of material (such as leather) that is worn around a person's waist"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a band that runs around wheels or other parts in a machine and that is used for moving or carrying something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a region that has a lot of a particular thing"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"sometimes successful and sometimes not : not always good or successful"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"involving a driver who does not stop after causing an accident"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"involving quick action by someone who then leaves or runs away quickly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a play in which a base runner begins running as soon as a pitch is thrown and the batter tries to hit the pitch—often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a list of people, organizations, etc., that a person or group plans to oppose or eliminate"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who is paid to kill someone"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not carefully planned or directed"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a hit that allows a batter to reach a base safely : a single, double, triple, or home run"}]


word: along
entries:
[{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in a line matching the length or direction of (something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"at a point on (something)"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a forward direction —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used to say that someone or something is brought or taken with you when you go somewhere —often + with"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at or to an advanced point"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an informal occasion or event at which people sing songs together —called also (British) singsong"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"entirely or completely —often used to make a statement more forceful"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"for each side or player—used to indicate a tie score"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a type of soft, light-colored rock"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a substance that is made into white or colored sticks and used for writing or drawing"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a piece of chalk"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move toward someone or something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go or travel to a place —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be delivered to a place"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone or something that is boring, annoying, or disappointing"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone or something that makes action or progress slower or more difficult—usually + on"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of breathing in smoke from a cigarette, cigar, pipe, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone or something that causes a lot of people to come to a place : attraction"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the final result of a game, contest, etc., that does not have a winner : tie"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"drawing —often + for"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a way that is known by many people : in a famous manner"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to obtain (something): such as"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to receive or be given (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to obtain (something) through effort, chance, etc."}]


word: step
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a movement made by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the sound of a foot making a step : footstep"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the distance covered in one step; also : a short distance"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move in a specified direction by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place : to move somewhere by walking"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to put your foot down—usually + in or on"},{"fl":"combining form","shortdef":"—used to describe family relationships that are created when a person who already has a child marries someone who is not the child's parent"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a system of exercise that involves repeatedly stepping on and off a raised platform often while music is playing; also : exercises in this system"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"showing or explaining each stage in a process"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"happening or done in a series of steps or stages : gradual"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an important change in something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a usually short stool with one or two steps"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an increase in size or amount"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a way of marching by kicking your legs forward very high and not bending your knees"}]


word: deep
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a large distance to the bottom from the surface or highest point —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"going far inward from the outside or the front edge of something"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"located far inside something—usually + in or within —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"far into or below the surface of something —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"far into or inside something"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at a specified measurement downward, inward, or backward"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"baked in a dish that has high sides"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a deep layer of oil or fat that is heated in a pan or machine and used to fry food"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a state of extreme cold —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cook (food) in a deep layer of oil or fat"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"large amounts of money that can be used : great financial resources"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"existing for a long time and very difficult to change : firmly established"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"living in, relating to, or done in the deep parts of the ocean"}]


word: bear
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"any one of a group of large and heavy animals that have thick hair and sharp claws and that can stand on two legs like a person —sometimes used figuratively to describe a large man"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who expects the price of stocks to go down and who sells them to avoid losing money"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is difficult to do or deal with"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be worthy of (something) : to deserve or allow (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to assume or accept (something, such as cost or responsibility)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a filled pastry shaped to look like a bear's foot"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strong and rough hug : an act of showing affection by putting your arms around someone and squeezing very tightly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a market (such as a stock market) in which prices are going down"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a North American bear that usually has black fur"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very large and powerful bear of western North America"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large white bear that lives near the North Pole"}]


word: alone
entries:
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word: cry
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to produce tears from your eyes often while making loud sounds because of pain, sorrow, or other strong emotions"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to shout or say something loudly —often + for —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make the loud sound that is usual for a particular type of bird or animal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a loud sound that someone makes to express pain, hunger, sadness, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is said loudly : a shout or call —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a loud sound made by an animal or bird"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a word, phrase, or sound that is shouted by soldiers in a battle : war cry"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a phrase or saying that is used to make people support an idea, a cause, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an angry protest about something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a word or phrase that is used to make people join together to support an idea, cause, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a shouted word or sound used by fighters in battle to give each other courage or to frighten their enemy"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a phrase or saying that is used to make people support an idea, a cause, etc. : battle cry"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the body that you see with"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an ability to understand and appreciate something seen"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to describe the way something looks to you"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very distant in space or time"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to refer to the side, end, etc., that is more distant"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an action that is against the rules and for which a player is given a penalty"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a batted ball that lands outside the foul lines : a foul ball"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the front part of your chest"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the heart thought of as the place where emotions are felt"}]


word: bow
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to bend forward at the neck or waist as a formal way of greeting someone or showing respect —often + to"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to turn (your head) down so that you are looking toward the ground"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to stop trying to fight or resist something : to agree to do or accept something that you have been resisting or opposing—usually + to"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of bending forward at the neck or waist in order to greet someone or show respect : the act of bowing"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the front part of a boat or ship"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a knot that is made by tying a ribbon or string into two or more loops and that is used for tying shoelaces or for decoration"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a weapon used for shooting arrows that is made of a long, thin piece of wood which is bent with its ends connected by a tight, strong string"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tool that is used for playing a violin or similar musical instrument and that is made of a thin stick of wood with its ends connected by stretched pieces of hair or fiber"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use a bow to play (a violin or similar musical instrument)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to bend or curve"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a narrow length of cloth that is worn by men around the neck and tied into a bow at the throat"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large window or set of windows that curves out from the outside wall of a building"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to damage (the surface of something) or hurt (a part of your body) by rubbing something rough or sharp against it or by making it rub against something rough or sharp"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to rub or cause (something) to rub against a hard surface and make a harsh and usually unpleasant sound"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to remove (something) from a surface by rubbing an object or tool against it —often + off"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of shooting a gun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the objects (called ammunition) that are shot from cannons and other old-fashioned weapons"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long, thin piece of twisted thread that you use to attach things, tie things together, or hang things"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of objects that are connected with a string, wire, chain, etc.—+ of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a series of similar things—+ of"}]


word: dead
entries:
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word: sight
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the sense through which a person or animal becomes aware of light, color, etc., by using the eyes : the ability to see"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of seeing someone or something —often + of —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a position in which someone or something can be seen —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to see (something or someone that is being looked for or that is rarely seen or difficult to see)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to perform (written music) while reading it for the first time without practicing it"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to look at (something) : to see (something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"close to or next to (something or someone) : near"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"up to and beyond (something or someone) : past"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"at or to (someone's home)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use your hands to stop and hold (an object that is moving through the air)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use your hands to grasp and hold onto (someone or something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to capture and not allow (a person, animal, or fish) to escape"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move toward someone or something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go or travel to a place —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be delivered to a place"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to let (something) fall"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to lie down or fall down suddenly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the last part of a story, movie, song, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part at the edge or limit of an area"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the body that you see with"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an ability to understand and appreciate something seen"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to describe the way something looks to you"}]


word: hardly
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"barely scarcely—used to say that something was almost not possible or almost did not happen"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"almost not at all"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"almost not"},{"fl":"conjunction","shortdef":"—used to introduce the second or last of two or more things or people that are being compared—used with the comparative form of an adjective or adverb"},{"fl":"conjunction","shortdef":"—used to say that something happens immediately after something else"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to do the first part of an action : to start doing something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to start to work on, produce, or give attention to (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something) to start"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"higher in quality"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"more skillful"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"more attractive, appealing, effective, useful, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say or think that a person or thing is responsible for something bad that has happened"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at any time"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at all times"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to a greater degree"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say that you will not accept (something, such as a gift or offer)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say or show that you are not willing to do something that someone wants you to do —usually followed by to + verb"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to not allow someone to have (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to stay in a place until an expected event happens, until someone arrives, until it is your turn to do something, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often + for"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to not do something until something else happens —often + until"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to remain in a state in which you expect or hope that something will happen soon"}]


word: edge
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the line or part where an object or area begins or ends"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of a blade that cuts"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the sharpness of a blade"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to give an edge to (something) —usually used as (be) edged"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be on the edge of (something) —usually used as (be) edged"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move slowly or with small movements in a specified direction"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the sharp edge of something that is used to cut things"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the newest and most advanced area of activity in an art, science, etc. —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is very narrow or sharp"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the front edge of something that moves"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the most important or advanced area of activity in a particular field"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"near in space : not far away or distant —often + to"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"near in time —often + to"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very similar : almost the same —often + to"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having the best quality or rating"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the many thin parts that control movement and feeling by carrying messages between the brain and other parts of the body"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"courage that allows you to do something that is dangerous, difficult, or frightening"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the rude attitude of someone who says or does things that make other people angry or upset"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very steep side of a mountain or cliff"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a point where danger, trouble, or difficulty begins—usually singular"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having an edge or surface that is not straight or even"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"in bad condition especially because of being torn"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"wearing clothes that are torn and in poor condition"}]


word: force
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"physical strength, power, or effect"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"power or violence used on a person or thing"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"strength or power that is not physical"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (someone) do something that he or she does not want to do"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make it necessary for (someone) to do something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (something) necessary"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (a person or animal) eat by physically putting food down the throat"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to force (someone) to read, listen to, or learn (something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area in which a particular force (such as magnetism) exists and can be felt—often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a play in which a runner who is forced to run to the next base is put out when the player who has the ball touches the base —called also force play"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of a country's military forces that fights with airplanes —usually capitalized when a specific air force is being referred to"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a force that causes an object moving in a circular path to move out and away from the center of its path"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a force that pulls an object moving in a circular path toward the center of its path"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the police organization in a particular area"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a military force that is ready to attack"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a team of federal agents assigned to investigate organized crime in a specific area"}]


word: remark
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that someone says or writes to express an opinion or idea : comment"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of noticing or making a comment about something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a short speech or a part of a speech"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make a statement about someone or something : to make a remark —+ on or upon"}]


word: arrow
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a weapon that is made to be shot from a bow and that is usually a stick with a point at one end and feathers at the other end"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mark (such as →) that is shaped like an arrow and that is used to show direction"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who is honest and has strict ideas about proper morals and correct behavior"}]


word: forest
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a thick growth of trees and bushes that covers a large area —often used before another noun —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a dark green"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tropical forest that receives a lot of rain and that has very tall trees —called also tropical rain forest"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"rain forest"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to fail to hit, catch, reach, or get (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to fail to use (something, such as an opportunity)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to fail to do, take, make, or have (something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person in charge of managing and protecting part of a public forest —called also forest ranger"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person in charge of managing and protecting part of a national park —called also park ranger"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a soldier in the U.S. Army who has special training especially in fighting at close range"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to have the ability to see : to have the power of sight"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be or become aware of (something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a usually tall plant that has a thick, wooden stem and many large branches"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a drawing that connects things with lines to show how they are related to each other"}]


word: surprise
entries:
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word: monster
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strange or horrible imaginary creature"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is extremely or unusually large"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a powerful person or thing that cannot be controlled and that causes many problems"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very popular and successful"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large orange and black poisonous lizard of the southwestern U.S."}]


word: weapon
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something (such as a gun, knife, club, or bomb) that is used for fighting or attacking someone or for defending yourself when someone is attacking you"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something (such as a skill, idea, or tool) that is used to win a contest or achieve something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a harmful living thing (such as a germ that causes disease) used as a weapon in a war"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a gun that can shoot many bullets quickly and that is designed for use by the military —called also assault weapon"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a place where people go for vacations"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that you choose for help"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of doing or using something especially because no other choices are possible—usually + to"}]


word: nearly
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"not completely : almost but not quite"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a sudden painful and dangerous condition in which your heart stops beating properly"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to some degree or extent but not very or extremely : fairly"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to a great degree or extent : very"}]


word: spirit
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the inner quality or nature of a person"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to carry (someone or something) away secretly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who thinks and acts in a free way without worrying about normal social rules"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"rubbing alcohol"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a liquid that is made from petroleum and that is used to make paint thinner"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go or come into (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to begin to be in (an organization, school, etc.)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (someone) to be in an organization, school, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a specific height"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a part of a building that is at a specific height"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an amount of something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something or someone) to go from one place or position to another"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go from one place or position to another"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (your body or a part of your body) to go from one position to another"}]


word: rush
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move or do something very quickly or in a way that shows you are in a hurry"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause or force (someone) to do something too quickly —often + into"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to do something too quickly and often with little thought, attention, or care —often + into"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a quick, strong, or fast movement"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a quick and forceful movement of air, water, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a situation in which someone is doing something very quickly or hurrying"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tall plant similar to grass that grows in wet areas and that is used to make baskets and other things when dried"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a time during the day early in the morning or late in the afternoon when many people are traveling on roads to get to work or to get home from work"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to attack or move toward (someone or something) in a forceful and violent way"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a situation in which many people go quickly to a place where gold has been discovered because they hope to find more gold and become rich"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a substance that is released in the body of a person who is feeling a strong emotion (such as excitement, fear, or anger) and that causes the heart to beat faster and gives the person more energy"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (something) repeatedly"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (someone) repeatedly in order to cause pain or injury"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (a drum) repeatedly in order to produce music or a signal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who lacks good sense or judgment : a stupid or silly person"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who enjoys something very much"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a dessert made with cooked fruit and cream or a thick sauce"}]


word: sense
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the five natural powers (touch, taste, smell, sight, and hearing) through which you receive information about the world around you —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a physical feeling : something that your body experiences—usually + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a particular feeling : an emotion that you are aware of —usually + of"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to understand or be aware of (something) without being told about it or having evidence that it is true —often + that, what, when, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to detect the presence or occurrence of (something) —often + that, when, whether, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a part of your body (such as your eyes, ears, nose, or tongue) that you use to see, hear, smell, taste, or feel things"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to think and behave in a reasonable way and to make good decisions"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to make good judgments or decisions : common sense"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a special ability to know something that cannot be learned by using the five senses (such as sight or hearing)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that has been done or achieved through effort : a result of hard work"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of achieving something : the state or condition of having achieved or accomplished something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the state of having your weight spread equally so that you do not fall"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to move or to remain in a position without losing control or falling"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a state in which different things occur in equal or proper amounts or have an equal or proper amount of importance"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"polite, moral, and honest behavior and attitudes that show respect for other people"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the behaviors that people in a society consider to be proper or acceptable"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the course or path on which something is moving or pointing —often used after in"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a statement that tells a person what to do and how to do it : an order or instruction"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"instructions that tell you how to go to a place"}]


word: spot
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small area of a surface that is different from other areas —often + on"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small amount of a substance that is on something —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small mark or lump on your skin, on the surface of a plant, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to see or notice (someone or something that is difficult to see or find)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to give (an opponent) a specified advantage at the beginning of a race, game, etc., in order to make a competition more even"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to lend (someone) a small amount of money"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"relating to goods or shares that are paid for and delivered immediately instead of at a future time"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of looking at a few things or people in a group in order to find possible problems"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to check (something) quickly for problems especially by looking at a few things or people in a group —often + for"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"exactly correct : completely accurate"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small dark mark (such as a mole) on a woman's face —called also (US) beauty mark"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a beautiful place"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a dangerous place or a place where a particular problem or difficulty is very common"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area around a car, truck, etc., that the driver cannot see"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tendency to ignore something especially because it is difficult or unpleasant"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small area at the back of the eye that is not sensitive to light"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very popular or active place"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a place where there is much danger or fighting"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a place (such as an area in a restaurant or hotel) where it is possible to make a wireless connection to the Internet"}]


word: power
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability or right to control people or things —often + over"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"political control of a country or area"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person or organization that has a lot of control and influence over other people or organizations"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to supply (something) with power—usually used as (be) powered"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move with great speed or force —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of or relating to electrical power"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"operated by using electricity rather than a person's strength"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having great strength or power"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"power steering"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the area or group of people that provides the main support for a particular political candidate"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who has a lot of influence and control in a particular activity (such as politics)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a forward whose size and strength are used mainly to control play near the basket"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the right to act and make decisions for another person in business and legal matters"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a document that gives someone the right of power of attorney"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small case that contains the power supply for an electronic device"}]


word: roll
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move across the ground or another surface by turning over and over"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to turn over one or more times"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move smoothly on wheels"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long piece of cloth, paper, film, tape, etc., that is rolled to form the shape of a tube or ring"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a paper tube that holds candies, coins, etc., inside"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small loaf of bread for one person to eat"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a sound that is produced by a series of quick hits on a drum"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a deep, continuous sound"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of rolling something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a metal bar in the roof of a car or other vehicle that is designed to protect riders if the vehicle rolls over"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of saying each of the names on a list to find out who is present —usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a list of people or things—usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"honor roll"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"rubbed or spread on the body with a bottle that has a rolling ball set into its top"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a continuous sound made by a series of very quick hits on a drum especially in order to introduce an exciting public announcement, act, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very thin flat piece of dough that is wrapped around a mixture of chopped vegetables and often meat and then usually fried —called also spring roll"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a list of people who deserve to be honored; especially : a list of students who have received good grades in school —called also (British) roll of honour"}]


word: breath
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the air that you take into your lungs and send out from your lungs when you breathe : air that is inhaled and exhaled in breathing —sometimes used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to breathe freely"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an amount of air that you take into your lungs"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a test that is used by the police to measure how much alcohol a person has drunk"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use your hands to stop and hold (an object that is moving through the air)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use your hands to grasp and hold onto (someone or something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to capture and not allow (a person, animal, or fish) to escape"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use weapons or physical force to try to hurt someone, to defeat an enemy, etc. : to struggle in battle or physical combat —often + against"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be involved in (a battle, struggle, etc.)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to argue in an angry way"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"newly produced, made, gathered, etc. : not preserved by being frozen, canned, etc."},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not old, spoiled, etc."},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"clean and pure"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to put your arms around (someone) : to embrace or hug (someone)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to put or keep (something or someone) in a specified place or position"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to breathe hard and quickly —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say (something) while you are breathing quickly and heavily"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to wish for or want something very eagerly—often + for or after —often followed by to + verb"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to stop (something) from ending or failing : to make (something that is in danger of failing) successful"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to keep (something) from being lost or wasted —+ on"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"extending a small distance from one end to the other end : having little length : not long"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not great in distance"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having little height : not tall"}]


word: thick
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a large distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thin"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a specified distance from one surface to the opposite surface : having a specified thickness"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having parts that are close together"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a way that makes thick pieces, layers, etc."},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in great numbers"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not intelligent or sensible : stupid"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a thick skin"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not easily bothered by criticism or insults : not sensitive"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the natural outer layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or animal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the skin of an animal that has been removed from the body often with its hair or feathers still attached and that is used to make things (such as clothes)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the outer covering of a fruit, vegetable, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the structure of bones that form the head and face of a person or animal"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a small distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thick"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not having a lot of extra flesh on the body : not fat"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not growing closely together : not growing in a large amount"}]


word: shake
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move sometimes violently back and forth or up and down with short, quick movements"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move or have parts of your body move in short, quick movements and in a way that you are not able to control"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to free yourself from (someone or something) : to get away from or get rid of (someone or something) —sometimes + off"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a short, quick movement back and forth or up and down"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a condition in which parts of your body move in a way that you are not able to control"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a thick drink made of milk, a flavoring syrup, and often ice cream —called also shake"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the sound of going quickly back and forth many times between two musical notes that are close to each other"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a quick high sound that is repeated"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an important change or series of changes in the way a company or other organization is organized or run"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"treating people in a way that does not favor some over others"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not too harsh or critical"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person's mental ability : mind or intellect"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who has a specified mental or emotional quality"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the long body parts that are used especially for standing, walking, and running"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an animal's leg when it is used as food"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"any one of the long thin parts that support a table, chair, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a cut or broken branch or twig"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long, thin piece of wood, metal, plastic, etc., that is used for a particular purpose"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long, thin object that is used for hitting or moving a ball or puck in a game"}]


word: least
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"smallest in amount or degree"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in or to the smallest degree"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"small in size"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not tall : short"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"small in amount"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a very small amount or degree"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"hardly at all : not very much"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"not very often"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not so much : smaller in amount or number"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"lowest common denominator"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small piece of something —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a part of something (such as a book, play, etc.)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a brief comic performance or joke"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"most liked"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go or come after or behind (someone or something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go after or behind (someone) secretly and watch to find out what happens"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to come after (something) in time or place or as part of a series"}]


word: ahead
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in or toward the front"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to or toward the place where someone is going"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in, into, or for the future"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person's mental ability : mind or intellect"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who has a specified mental or emotional quality"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in, at, or to a place before (someone or something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in the future for (someone or something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"having a lead or advantage over (a competitor)"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"allowing a team to take the lead in a game"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a lot of energy and desire to try new ideas and methods"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"any one of a group of large and heavy animals that have thick hair and sharp claws and that can stand on two legs like a person —sometimes used figuratively to describe a large man"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who expects the price of stocks to go down and who sells them to avoid losing money"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is difficult to do or deal with"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"somewhat cold : not warm or hot"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"made of a light, thin material that helps you stay cool"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"able to think and act in a calm way : not affected by strong feelings"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a smooth, rounded line, shape, path, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a curved line on a graph that shows how something changes or is affected by one or more conditions"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a curving line or shape of the human body and especially of a woman's body—usually plural"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make a hole or wound in (a person's skin)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (a hole) in something by using a sharp tool"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"completely or totally"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a sudden and complete way"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"directly or exactly"}]


word: straight
entries:
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word: strength
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the quality or state of being physically strong"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to resist being moved or broken by a force"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the quality that allows someone to deal with problems in a determined and effective way"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"stronger, more powerful, or more intense than others of its kind"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to curve out of a straight line or position —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move your body so that it is not straight"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the way someone thinks, feels, and behaves : someone's personality—usually singular —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a set of qualities that are shared by many people in a group, country, etc.—usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a set of qualities that make a place or thing different from other places or things"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to bring (things or people) together into a group"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to choose and collect (things)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to get or take (things) from different people or places and bring them together"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a word or symbol (such as \"five\" or \"16\") that represents a specific amount or quantity"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a number or a set of numbers and other symbols that is used to identify a person or thing —abbr. No. or no."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who is identified by a number and not treated in a personal or friendly way"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large post that helps to hold up something (such as a roof)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone who is an important member of a group—+ of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a basic fact, idea, or principle of something—+ of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the reason why something is done or used : the aim or intention of something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the feeling of being determined to do or achieve something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the aim or goal of a person : what a person is trying to do, become, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tall, narrow building or structure that may stand apart from or be attached to another building or structure"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tall piece of furniture used to store something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a personal computer that stands in an upright position"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a legal document in which a person states who should receive his or her possessions after he or she dies"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strong desire or determination to do something —often followed by to + verb"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person's choice or desire in a particular situation"}]


word: enemy
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone who hates another : someone who attacks or tries to harm another"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that harms or threatens someone or something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of people (such as a nation) against whom another group is fighting a war—usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long narrow mark on a surface"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mark on the ground that shows the edge of the playing area in a sport"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area or border that separates two places —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"certain to die"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"causing death : fatal —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"possibly causing death"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"highest in rank or importance"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area of land that belongs to or is controlled by a government"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the parts of the United States that is not a state"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"any one of the large parts that some countries are divided into"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"worse than all others"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"least skillful, talented, or successful"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"least appropriate, useful, or helpful"}]


word: companion
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person or animal you spend time with or enjoy being with —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone you are with"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is meant to be used with something else—often + to"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a close friend"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of or relating to dogs"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"going to different places instead of staying in one place"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"relating to the activity of traveling"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"designed to be used by someone who is traveling"}]


word: attack
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to act violently against (someone or something) : to try to hurt, injure, or destroy (something or someone) —often used as (be) attacked"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to criticize (someone or something) in a very harsh and severe way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to begin to work on or deal with (something, such as a problem) in a determined and eager way"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a violent, harmful, or destructive act against someone or something —often + on"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"harmful or destructive action against something by a disease, insect, chemical, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an attempt by a military force to defeat an enemy : a military offensive"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"designed for or used in a military attack"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a dog that has been trained to attack people"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who is known for making very harsh and personal criticisms of other people"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a sudden painful and dangerous condition in which your heart stops beating properly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long narrow mark on a surface"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mark on the ground that shows the edge of the playing area in a sport"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area or border that separates two places —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a serious illness caused when a blood vessel in your brain suddenly breaks or is blocked"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of hitting a ball or the movement made to hit a ball during a game"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of hitting the ball that is counted as part of a player's score"}]


word: folk
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"people in general"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to talk to a group of people in a friendly and informal way"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a certain kind of people"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of or relating to the common people of a country or region"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who is greatly admired by many people of a particular kind or in a particular place"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the traditional music of the people in a country or region; also : a type of popular music that is based on traditional music and that does not use electric instruments"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a song created by the people of a country or region : a song sung in folk music"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a medicine or treatment that relieves pain or cures a usually minor illness"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a way of solving or correcting a problem"}]


word: dwarf
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a creature that looks like a small man and that often lives underground and has magical powers"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who is much smaller than most people because of a medical condition"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (something) look very small or unimportant when compared with something else—usually used as (be) dwarfed"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"smaller than normal size"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a star that is at the end of its life and is very hot, small, and dense"}]


word: clear
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"easily understood"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"free from doubt or confusion"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to become clear: such as"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to change so that there are no clouds, fog, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go away"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a clear manner—used in the phrase loud and clear"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"all the way : completely or entirely"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very obvious and sharp : free from doubt or uncertainty : very definite"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area of land in which all the trees have been cut down"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cut down all the trees in (an area)"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having or showing an ability to think clearly"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having or showing an ability to think clearly"}]


word: image
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a picture that is produced by a camera, artist, mirror, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mental picture : the thought of how something looks or might look"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the idea that people have about someone or something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an object (such as a statue) that is worshipped as a god or in place of a god"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that looks like something else but with its left and right sides reversed"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone who looks like someone else"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the way you think about yourself and your abilities or appearance"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone who looks very much like someone else—usually singular"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of, relating to, or affecting all or most of the people of a country, state, etc."},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"of, relating to, paid for by, or working for a government"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"supported by money from the government and from private contributors rather than by commercials"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a device that detects or senses heat, light, sound, motion, etc., and then reacts to it in a particular way"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the liquid produced in your mouth : saliva"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone who looks very much like someone else : spitting image"}]


word: finally
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"at the end of a period of time : after a long time"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used to describe the last action or event in a series of actions or events"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used to introduce a final statement or series of statements"}]


word: battle
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a military fight between groups of soldiers, ships, airplanes, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a violent fight in which people use weapons"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a fight between people or groups in which each side tries to win a contest (such as a game or an election) or to gain control of something (such as a company) —often + for —often followed by to + verb"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to fight with weapons"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to try or struggle very hard to do something : to struggle or fight for something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to fight or argue with someone over something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an ax with a large blade that was used as a weapon in the past"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an unpleasant older woman who speaks in an angry way and tries to control others"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a ship that is used in fighting wars and that is lighter and faster than a battleship"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a word, phrase, or sound that is shouted by soldiers in a battle : war cry"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a phrase or saying that is used to make people support an idea, a cause, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mental illness that is caused by the experiences of fighting in a war and that causes extreme feelings of nervousness, depression, etc. —called also shell shock"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a line of soldiers who are fighting in a battle—usually used figuratively in phrases like the battle lines have been drawn to say that groups of people strongly disagree about an issue and are fighting or arguing with each other"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a major battle that is fought by large groups of soldiers"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long argument or fight between people who have become very angry or emotional"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the legal right to take care of a child (such as a child whose parents are divorced)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the state of being kept in a prison or jail—used after in or into"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of protecting or taking care of something —often + of"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to perform (an action or activity)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"—used with what to ask or talk about a person's job"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to finish working on (something)"}]


word: heart
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the front part of your chest"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the heart thought of as the place where emotions are felt"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a sudden painful and dangerous condition in which your heart stops beating properly"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"good for the health of your heart"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"extremely shocking or exciting"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very sincere and honest"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an honest, serious, and private conversation"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"feeling too much sympathy for people in society who you think do not deserve sympathy or help"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an important change in the way a person feels or thinks about something"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"done by stopping the heart from beating for a period of time, opening the heart, and repairing damage"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a U.S. military award that is given to a soldier who is wounded or killed in battle"}]


word: lift
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move (something or someone) to a higher position : raise"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to rise up from the ground or some other surface"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move (someone or something) to a higher condition or position"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of raising or lifting something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a free ride in a vehicle"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a machine used for carrying people and things to different levels in a building —called also (British) lift"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tall building for storing grain —called also grain elevator"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"surgery to make a person's face look younger (such as by removing wrinkles)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"changes made to something to make it more attractive or modern"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a series of seats or handles that are attached to a moving cable and that are used to carry skiers up a mountain"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the five long parts of the hand that are used for holding things; especially : one of the four that are not the thumb"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is long and thin and looks like a finger"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of a glove into which a finger is placed"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to attach, fasten, or connect (something) with a hook, knot, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a cover on a box, can, jar, etc., that can be lifted or removed"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the inner quality or nature of a person"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a machine that is used to pull skiers up a mountain and that has a series of T-shaped bars each of which pulls two skiers —called also T-bar lift"}]


word: mind
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to describe the way a person thinks or the intelligence of a person"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used in phrases that describe someone as mentally ill or crazy —usually used informally in an exaggerated way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be bothered by (something) : to object to or dislike (something)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to care about or worry about (something or someone)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"—used to make a polite request"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"causing changes to the mind or to behavior"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"causing changes to the mind or to behavior : mind-altering"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very confusing, exciting, etc. : mind-blowing"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very confusing, exciting, or shocking"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a very powerful or overwhelming effect on the mind : amazingly or confusingly large, great, etc."},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very dull or boring"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone who is able to know another person's thoughts without being told what they are : someone who is able to read minds"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a particular way of thinking : a person's attitude or set of opinions about something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the way someone is feeling : a person's emotional state : mood"}]


word: bit
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small piece of something —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a part of something (such as a book, play, etc.)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a brief comic performance or joke"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of a tool (such as a drill) that is used for cutting, drilling, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a piece of metal that is put in the mouth of a horse and that is part of the device (called a bridle) that is used to control the horse"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a single unit of computer information that is represented as either 1 or 0"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to press down on or cut into (someone or something) with the teeth —often + off —often + down, into, or through"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to wound (someone) by pushing a stinger, fang, etc., into the skin —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to grab and hold something without slipping—usually + into"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not very important or valuable"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"fairly good : satisfactory"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"acceptable or agreeable"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"suitable or appropriate"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"unable to see"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"unable to notice or judge something—usually + to"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"accepting the actions or decisions of someone or something without any questions or criticism"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"close to or next to (something or someone) : near"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"up to and beyond (something or someone) : past"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"at or to (someone's home)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to bite and chew on (something) in a noisy way : chomp"}]


word: drop
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very small amount of liquid that falls in a rounded shape —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small amount of a drink—usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small amount of something (such as a quality)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to let (something) fall"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to lie down or fall down suddenly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a sheet of cloth or plastic that is used to cover the floor and furniture while you are painting a room"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very attractive or impressive"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a date by which something must be done or finished : a deadline that must be met"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a list of choices that appears on a computer screen when a person clicks on the menu's title —called also pull-down menu"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a goal that is made by a dropkick"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"able to be visited without an appointment"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"visiting a place without an appointment"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very steep downward slope"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very large decrease in level or amount"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of taking someone or something to a place and then leaving : the act of dropping someone or something off"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a pass in which a player stops the puck and skates past it in order to leave it for another player who is close behind"}]


word: valley
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area of low land between hills or mountains"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a low period, point, or level"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a teenage girl from a wealthy family in southern California who speaks in a unique kind of slang and who cares about social status, personal appearance, shopping, etc., rather than about serious things"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small plant that produces small white flowers shaped like little bells"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long, steep valley formed when two parallel rifts form in the Earth's crust and the land between them sinks"},{"fl":"unknown","shortdef":"dry valley in the U.S., in California and Nevada"},{"fl":"unknown","shortdef":"U.S. city, California"},{"fl":"unknown","shortdef":"valley in the U.S., in Pennsylvania"},{"fl":"unknown","shortdef":"valley in the U.S., in California"}]


word: grab
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to quickly take and hold (someone or something) with your hand or arms"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to take or get (something) in a quick and informal way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to get the attention or interest of (someone or something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a quick attempt to take or get something—usually singular—often + for"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of taking something in a forceful or illegal way"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a bag that holds many small gifts and that you reach into in order to pull one out without knowing what it is"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group or mixture of different things"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to describe a robbery that is done by breaking a window of a car, store, etc., and stealing whatever you can take quickly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an opportunity to do something : an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done —often followed by to + verb"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the possibility that something will happen —often + of —often plural —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the way that events happen when they are not planned or controlled by people : luck"}]


word: huge
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very large : very great in size, amount, or degree"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very large in size : very big —usually used before a noun"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used in the names of animals that are larger than similar animals"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very large in amount or extent"}]


word: wonder
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something or someone that is very surprising, beautiful, amazing, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling caused by seeing something that is very surprising, beautiful, amazing, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is surprising or hard to believe"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to have interest in knowing or learning something : to think about something with curiosity"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"—used to ask a question or make a polite request"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to feel surprise or amazement —often + at"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very effective drug"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something (such as a news story) that people talk about a lot but only for a short time"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a performer, group, etc., that is popular or successful only once for a brief time"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to look at (something) : to see (something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a male child"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a young man"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a substance that is used as a medicine —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an illegal and often harmful substance (such as heroin, cocaine, LSD, or marijuana) that people take for pleasure —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"pronoun","shortdef":"a small amount or quantity"}]


word: whisper
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to speak very softly or quietly"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to produce a quiet sound"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very soft and quiet way of speaking"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a soft and quiet sound"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a loud whisper by an actor that can be heard by the audience but which the other actors on the stage pretend not to hear"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a loud whisper that is intended to be heard by everyone"}]


word: heavy
entries:
[{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having great weight : difficult to lift or move"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"large in size and weight"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a particular weight"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a heavy way : heavily"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a bad person in a movie or play : villain"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person or thing that is serious, important, or powerful : heavyweight"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"very thick cream —called also (British) double cream"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"designed to do difficult work without breaking"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"very intense or serious"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"dealing with people or problems in a severe or harsh way : too strict or controlling"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"awkward or clumsy : showing a lack of skill"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an important or powerful person or thing"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the production of goods (such as coal or steel) that are used to make other goods"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a type of loud rock music that has a strong beat"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a metal that is very dense and heavy"}]


word: among
entries:
[{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in or through (a group of people or things)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in the presence of (a group of people)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"—used to talk about the opinions, feelings, etc., of a group of people"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone or something that is as good, skillful, valuable, etc., as another person or thing"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"coming before all others in time, order, or importance"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to refer to the lowest forward gear or speed of a vehicle"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having or playing the main part in a group of instruments"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to refer to the one person or thing that remains or that has not been mentioned"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"—used to refer to all the members of a group except the person or thing that has already been mentioned"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"in addition to the person or thing that has already been mentioned"}]


word: beyond
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"on or to the farther part or side"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"to or until a later time"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in addition"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"outside the limits or range of (something) : more than (something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"—used to say that something cannot be changed, understood, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a belief that something will happen or is likely to happen"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling or belief about how successful, good, etc., someone or something will be—usually plural"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in or to a higher place than (something) : over"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"greater in number, quantity, or size than (something) : more than (something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"to a greater degree or extent than (something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the way in which a person moves, stands, or behaves"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a relation or connection—+ on"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a machine part in which another part turns or slides"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling of being sure that someone or something exists or that something is true —often + in —often + that"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling that something is good, right, or valuable—+ in"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling of trust in the worth or ability of someone—+ in"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the point at which something (such as an idea or someone's behavior) stops being good or acceptable : the limit of what is correct or proper"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that shows where one area ends and another area begins—usually plural"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to complain about things that are not important"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a condition or fact that affects a situation —usually plural"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the way something happens : the specific details of an event"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an event or situation that you cannot control"}]


word: push
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to use force to move (someone or something) forward or away from you —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to go forward while using your hands, arms etc., to forcefully move people or things that are blocking you —often + through"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to force or try to force or persuade (someone) to do something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of pushing something or someone—usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large, organized military attack—usually singular —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strong, continuous effort to get or achieve something—usually singular —often + for —often followed by to + verb"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small button or knob that is pushed to operate a machine"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an exercise in which you lie on your stomach and raise and lower your body by straightening and bending your arms —called also (British) press-up"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small vehicle that is used for traveling on water"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a vehicle of any size that is used for traveling on water"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long and narrow container that is used for serving a sauce with a meal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small, usually round piece of plastic, glass, metal, etc., that is sewn to a piece of clothing and is pushed through a loop or hole to fasten one part of the clothing to another part"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small, usually round sign that has a picture or words on the front and a pin on the back —called also (British) badge"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a small part of a machine that you push to make the machine work"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an enclosing cover for a letter, card, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the things that happen to a person because of chance : the accidental way things happen without being planned"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"good fortune : good luck"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"success in doing or getting something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a button in a bank, store, etc., that a person can press to call for help during an emergency (such as a robbery)"}]


word: doubt
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be uncertain about (something) : to believe that (something) may not be true or is unlikely"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to have no confidence in (someone or something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling of being uncertain or unsure about something —often + about —often + about"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling of doubt about your own abilities or actions"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a good or helpful result or effect"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"money that is paid by a company (such as an insurance company) or by a government when someone dies, becomes sick, stops working, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something extra (such as vacation time or health insurance) that is given by an employer to workers in addition to their regular pay : fringe benefit —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to speak in a loud voice"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to announce or read (something) in a loud voice"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make the sound that is usual for a particular type of bird or animal"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to throw or move (something) in a forceful way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to throw (a fishing line, hook, etc.) into the water by using a fishing pole"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to send or direct (something) in the direction of someone or something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a white or gray mass in the sky that is made of many very small drops of water"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large amount of smoke, dust, etc., that hangs in the air"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large group of things (such as insects) that move together through the air"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to describe the way a person thinks or the intelligence of a person"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used in phrases that describe someone as mentally ill or crazy —usually used informally in an exaggerated way"},{"fl":"combining form","shortdef":"yourself or itself"},{"fl":"combining form","shortdef":"of yourself or itself"},{"fl":"combining form","shortdef":"by, to, with, for, or toward yourself or itself"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a dark shape that appears on a surface when someone or something moves between the surface and a source of light —often used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an area of darkness created when a source of light is blocked"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a very small amount of something"}]


word: tear
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to separate (something) into parts by pulling it, cutting it, etc. : to rip, split, or open (something) quickly or violently"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (a hole or opening) in a piece of clothing, a piece of paper, etc., usually by cutting it on something sharp"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make (a hole, a path) in a violent or forceful way —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a hole or opening in something (such as a piece of paper or cloth) that is made by cutting it or tearing it"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a drop of liquid that comes from your eyes especially when you cry : teardrop"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to fill with tears —often + up"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a gas that makes people unable to see by causing their eyes to be filled with tears and that is used especially by the police or military to separate large groups of people"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the body that you see with"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an ability to understand and appreciate something seen"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"—used to describe the way something looks to you"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a thin threadlike growth from the skin of a person or animal"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a covering or growth of hairs"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the covering of hairs on a person's head"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a leg or arm"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a large branch of a tree"}]


word: dozen
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of 12 people or things"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"large numbers of people or things —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"thirteen of something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a U.S. or Canadian coin that is worth 10 cents"},{"fl":"pronoun","shortdef":"a number or amount that is equal to one half of a total"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"equal or nearly equal in size, value, amount, etc., to one half of something"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not complete : partial —often used in combination"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the number 6"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the sixth in a set or series"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"six o'clock"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone —often + to —often + about"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to have a conversation or discussion with someone —often + to —often + with —often + about"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to have a conversation about (something)"}]


word: trail
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to pull (something) behind you especially on the ground"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be pulled behind someone or something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to walk or move slowly as you follow behind (someone or something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a path through a forest, field, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the marks, signs, smells, etc., that are left behind by someone or something and that can often be followed —sometimes used figuratively"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a route that someone follows to go somewhere or achieve something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a mixture of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and sometimes chocolate that is eaten as a snack"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a path through a forest, field, mountain range, etc., that is used for hiking and seeing plants and animals"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"documents (such as financial records or memos) that make it possible for someone at a later time to know what was done, discussed, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a visible stream of water or ice particles that is created in the sky by an airplane or rocket : contrail"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something, such as a ball) to move by hitting it forcefully with a bat, racket, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to touch (something or someone) in a forceful or violent way after moving at a high speed"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a high temperature"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"having a feeling of high body heat"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"heated to a hot or warm temperature : served at a hot or warm temperature"}]


word: surely
entries:
[{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a confident way"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"without a doubt : certainly"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"—used in negative statements to show surprise that something could be true"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say things that are meant to cause laughter : joke"},{"fl":"adverb","shortdef":"in a slow way or at a low speed"}]


word: staff
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of people who work for an organization or business"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group of military officers who help a commanding officer but who do not take part in active fighting"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long stick that you carry in your hand for support while walking"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to supply (an organization or business) with workers —often used as (be) staffed"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to work for (an organization or business) as a member of a staff —often used as (be) staffed"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a nurse who is on the staff of a hospital"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an officer who is a member of a military commander's staff"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an officer in the army, air force, or marines with a rank above a sergeant"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person of high rank in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marines who advises the person in charge of military operations"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person of high rank who advises a leader (such as the U.S. President) on important matters"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the people who take care of a large area of land (such as a sports field)—usually singular"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"ground crew"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a group made up of the leaders of the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines that advises the President on important military decisions"}]


word: beside
entries:
[{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"by the side of (someone or something) : next to (someone or something)"},{"fl":"preposition","shortdef":"in comparison with (something)"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a particular detail of an idea or argument"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the main or most important idea of something that is said or written"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not able or likely to be hurt or harmed in any way : not in danger"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not able or likely to be lost, taken away, or given away"},{"fl":"adjective","shortdef":"not involving or likely to involve danger, harm, or loss"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a place, space, or direction that is away from or beyond the center of something —often used with on or to"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an outer surface or part of something —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"one of the surfaces of an object that is not the front, back, top, or bottom—often + of"}]


word: pain
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the physical feeling caused by disease, injury, or something that hurts the body"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"mental or emotional suffering : sadness caused by some emotional or mental problem"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"someone or something that causes trouble or makes you feel annoyed or angry —often used in phrases like pain in the neck or (impolite) pain in the ass"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (someone) to feel emotional pain : to make (someone) upset, sad, worried, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to be aware of (something that affects you physically, such as pain, heat, or an object touching your body)"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"—used to describe or ask about someone's physical or mental state"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to touch (something) with your fingers to see what it is like"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something wanted or valued that is gotten : something that is gained; especially : money gotten through some activity or process : profit"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is helpful : advantage or benefit"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an increase in amount, size, or number"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"pain that is caused by injury, illness, loss, etc. : physical, mental, or emotional pain"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"feelings of pain"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a piece of wood, metal, or stone that forms the bottom of a door and that you walk over as you enter a room or building"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the point or level at which something begins or changes"}]


word: scream
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to suddenly cry out in a loud and high voice because of pain, surprise, etc."},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to say (something) in a loud and high voice because you are angry, afraid, etc. —often + out"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to make a very loud, high sound"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a loud and high cry or sound —often + of"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person or thing that is very funny"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person's mental ability : mind or intellect"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a person who has a specified mental or emotional quality"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the crime of deliberately killing a person —often used before another noun"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that is very difficult or unpleasant"}]


word: strike
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (something) to hit something in a forceful way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to hit (someone or something) with your hand, a weapon, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a period of time when workers stop work in order to force an employer to agree to their demands"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a military attack"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of hitting something with force"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a military force that is ready to attack"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a team of federal agents assigned to investigate organized crime in a specific area"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an attack in which military airplanes drop bombs"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a nuclear attack against an enemy before the enemy can attack"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of refusing to eat as a way of showing that you strongly disagree with or disapprove of something"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strike by workers that is done very suddenly"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a strike that is started by a group of workers without the approval of their union"}]


word: scramble
entries:
[{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move or climb over something quickly especially while also using your hands"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to move or act quickly to do, find, or get something often before someone else does"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to prepare (eggs) by mixing the white and yellow parts together and then stirring the mixture in a hot pan"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"an act of scrambling: such as"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of moving or climbing over something quickly especially while also using your hands"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the act of moving or acting quickly to do, find, or get something"}]


word: wind
entries:
[{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a natural movement of air outside"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"something that has force or influence"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"the ability to breathe normally"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to follow a series of curves and turns"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to wrap (something, such as a string) around something"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to turn a knob, handle, etc., on something (such as a clock) several times so that it can work —often + up"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a collection of objects made from metal, glass, etc., that hang together from strings and touch each other to make a musical sound when they are blown by the wind—usually plural"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a musical instrument (such as a flute, horn, or organ) that is played by blowing air through it"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a long, narrow room through which air is blown in order to test the effects of wind on an airplane, car, etc."},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a tall structure that has large blades attached to an engine and that is used to produce electricity"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a feeling of new energy that allows you to continue to do something after you had begun to feel tired"},{"fl":"noun","shortdef":"a wind that blows almost constantly to the west and towards the equator—usually plural"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to cause (a bone) to separate into two or more pieces"},{"fl":"verb","shortdef":"to open suddenly especially because of pressure from inside"}]


