Vokabulare

Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele

breech definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/briːtʃ/

The back part of a gun barrel; a position of a baby in the womb where the buttocks or feet come out first at birth.

"The rifle was loaded through the breech."

Breeckes definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbriːtʃɪz/

knee-length trousers; short pants

"He wore riding breeches for the equestrian event."

breezeway definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbriːzˌweɪ/

A roofed outdoor passage, often connecting two buildings.

"The breezeway connected the house to the garage."

breviary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɛviˌɛri/

A book containing the service for each day, used in Christian liturgy.

"The monk read from the breviary during morning prayers."

bric-a-brac definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɪk ə ˌbræk/

Small decorative objects or ornaments, often of little value.

"The shelves were filled with old bric-a-brac from her travels."

Brickbat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɪk.bæt/

a piece of brick, especially one used as a missile; harsh criticism or censure

"The angry protesters threw brickbats at the building windows."

brigadier definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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brigadier

noun C2
/ˌbrɪɡ.əˈdɪər/

A military officer rank, usually commanding a brigade.

"The brigadier inspected the troops before the parade."

brigand definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɪɡ.ənd/

A member of a gang that ambushes and robs people in forests or mountains; a bandit.

"The travelers were attacked by brigands in the mountains."

brimstone definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɪmˌstoʊn/

Sulfur, especially when considered as fiery and associated with hell or divine punishment.

"The preacher spoke of fire and brimstone to warn the congregation."

brindled definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈbrɪndl̩d/

Having a brownish or tawny color with streaks or spots of another color.

"The farmer owned a brindled cow with distinctive stripes."

Brinjal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɪn.dʒəl/

a large purple vegetable that is white inside; also called eggplant

"My mother cooked brinjal curry for lunch."

britannia definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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britannia

noun C2
/brɪˈtæniə/

the personification of Britain, often shown as a woman with a helmet and shield

"Britannia has been a symbol of Britain since Roman times."

briticism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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briticism

noun C2
/ˈbrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

a word, phrase, or characteristic feature of British English

"The word 'lorry' is a well-known Briticism."

broadside definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɔːdˌsaɪd/

a strong verbal attack or a sheet of paper printed on one side

"The politician launched a broadside against his opponent."

brocade definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/brəˈkeɪd/

a rich fabric woven with a raised pattern, often in gold or silver thread

"She wore a beautiful brocade dress to the wedding."

brogan definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbroʊɡən/

A heavy, sturdy shoe, often made of leather.

"The farmer wore old brogans while working in the field."

brogue definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/broʊɡ/

A strong outdoor shoe; also a marked accent, especially Irish or Scottish.

"He bought a pair of stylish brogues for the wedding."

noun C2
/ˈbroʊmaɪd/

A trite or unoriginal idea or remark; also a chemical compound of bromine.

"His speech was full of old bromides about hard work."

bromine definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbroʊmiːn/

a dark red, dense, toxic liquid element used in making dyes, flame retardants, and medications

"Bromine is commonly used in water treatment chemicals."

bronchus definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbrɒŋkəs/

either of the two main branches of the trachea that lead directly into the lungs

"The left bronchus carries air into the left lung."

browbeat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈbraʊˌbiːt/

To intimidate or bully someone into doing something

"The lawyer tried to browbeat the witness."

bruit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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bruit

verb C2
/bruːt/

to spread a rumor or report widely

"The scandal was quickly bruited about the town."

brusque definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/bruːsk/ or /brʌsk/

abrupt or blunt in manner or speech, often seen as rude

"His brusque reply ended the conversation."

brusquely definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C2
/ˈbruːskli/ or /ˈbrʌskli/

in a blunt, abrupt, or rude manner

"She brusquely dismissed the suggestion."

buccaneer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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buccaneer

noun C2
/ˌbʌkəˈnɪər/

a pirate, especially one active in the Caribbean during the 17th and 18th centuries

"The buccaneer sailed across the Caribbean in search of treasure."

bucolic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/bjuːˈkɒlɪk/

Relating to the pleasant aspects of the countryside and country life.

"They enjoyed a bucolic picnic by the river."

noun C2
/bəˈfuːn/

A ridiculous but amusing person; a clown or jester.

"He acted like a buffoon at the party, making everyone laugh."

noun C2
/bəˈfuːnəri/

Foolish or ridiculous behavior intended to amuse.

"His constant buffoonery irritated the serious audience."

bugaboo definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbʌɡəˌbuː/

An object of fear or worry; an imagined cause of anxiety.

"The threat of inflation became a political bugaboo."

bulbous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈbʌlbəs/

Bulging, round, or swollen in shape; resembling a bulb.

"The frog had a bulbous nose and big eyes."

bullion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbʊljən/

Gold or silver in bulk before being coined or made into jewelry.

"The bank stores gold bullion in its vaults."

bulrush definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbʊlrʌʃ/

A tall plant with long leaves that grows in or near water, also known as a cattail.

"The pond was surrounded by tall bulrushes swaying in the wind."

bulwark definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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bulwark

noun C2
/ˈbʊlwərk/

A strong wall or defensive structure; something that provides protection or support.

"The fortress walls served as a bulwark against enemy attacks."

bumbling definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈbʌmblɪŋ/

Acting in a clumsy, awkward, or confused way.

"The bumbling waiter spilled the drinks on the table."

bumptious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈbʌmpʃəs/

Arrogantly self-assertive or conceited.

"The bumptious student interrupted the teacher several times."

burgeon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈbɜːrdʒən/

To grow or develop rapidly; to flourish.

"The city's population began to burgeon after the new factory opened."

burgess definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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burgess

noun C2
/ˈbɜːrdʒɪs/

A citizen of a town or borough with full rights of citizenship.

"In medieval times, a burgess had the right to vote and hold property."

burgher definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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burgher

noun C2
/ˈbɜːrɡər/

A citizen of a town, typically a member of the wealthy middle class.

"The burgher was respected as a prosperous merchant in the city."

burlesque definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/bɜːrˈlɛsk/

A humorous and exaggerated imitation of a serious work; a type of theatrical entertainment involving comedy and parody.

"The play was a clever burlesque of traditional opera."

burnish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈbɜːrnɪʃ/

To polish something by rubbing; to enhance or improve.

"He burnished the old table until it shone."

bursar definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbɜːrsər/

An official in a school or college responsible for financial affairs.

"The bursar approved the budget for the new library."

buskin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbʌskɪn/

A type of thick-soled boot that reaches halfway to the knee; also associated with tragic drama in ancient times.

"The actor wore a buskin as part of his classical costume."

busty definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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busty

adjective C2
/ˈbʌsti/

having a large or full bust; describing a woman with a prominent chest

"The actress was often described as busty in fashion magazines."

butte definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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butte

noun C2
/bjuːt/

an isolated hill with steep sides and a flat top, common in arid regions

"The travelers could see a tall butte rising in the desert."

Butter-fish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈbʌt.ər fɪʃ/

a small, smooth-skinned marine fish

"The butter-fish is popular in Bengali cuisine."

noun C2
/ˈbʌt.ə.flaɪ piː/

a blue flowering plant with butterfly-shaped flowers, used to make herbal tea

"Butterfly pea flowers turn tea into a beautiful blue color."

buxom definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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buxom

adjective C2
/ˈbʌksəm/

Plump, with a full figure and often large-breasted, especially used to describe women.

"The actress was described as a cheerful and buxom woman."

byzantine definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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byzantine

adjective C2
/ˈbɪz.ən.taɪn/ or /ˈbaɪ.zənˌtiːn/

Extremely complicated and detailed; relating to the Byzantine Empire or its style.

"The new tax regulations are so byzantine that few understand them."

Cabal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Cabal

noun C2
/kəˈbæl/

A secret group or faction engaged in plotting or intrigue.

"A small cabal was working behind the scenes to influence the election."

cabalism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkæbəˌlɪzəm/

The doctrines, practices, or secretive dealings of a cabal.

"The historian wrote extensively about cabalism in the royal court."