Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

Orator definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Orator

noun
/ˈɔːrətər/

A person who delivers formal speeches with skill and eloquence

"The orator captivated the audience with his eloquence."

noun
/ˌɔːrəˈtɔːri.oʊ/

A large-scale musical composition for orchestra, choir, and soloists, usually on a sacred theme, performed without costumes or scenery.

"Handel's 'Messiah' is one of the most famous oratorios ever written."

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oratory

noun
/ˈɔːrəˌtɔːri/

The art of formal public speaking, often with eloquence and persuasion.

"The politician's oratory impressed the crowd."

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orbit

noun
/ˈɔːbɪt/

the curved path that a planet, satellite, or object follows around another body in space

"The Earth moves in an orbit around the Sun."

orchestra definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈɔːkɪstrə/

a large group of musicians playing different instruments together

"The orchestra performed beautifully at the concert."

adverb
/əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/

in the beginning, at first

"Originally, she wanted to be a doctor."

noun
/əbˈstɛtrɪks/

The branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of women giving birth.

"She is studying obstetrics to become a specialist in childbirth."

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other

adjective
/ˈʌðər/

used to refer to something different from the one already mentioned or known

"I don't want this one, I will take the other one."

Ostrich definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈɒs.trɪtʃ/

a large flightless bird native to Africa with long legs and neck

"The ostrich is the world's largest bird."

ostracize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˈɒstrəsaɪz/

To exclude someone from a group or society.

"The community decided to ostracize the dishonest trader."

noun
/ˈɒstrəsɪzəm/

The act of excluding someone from a group or society.

"The student faced ostracism after breaking the rules."

ostentatious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˌɒstɛnˈteɪʃəs/

Characterized by a showy or pretentious display intended to impress others.

"He wore an ostentatious gold chain to the party."

noun
/ˌɒstɛnˈteɪʃən/

excessive display of wealth or knowledge intended to attract admiration or envy

"The billionaire’s party was full of ostentation and luxury."

adjective
/ɒˈstɛnsɪv/

clearly demonstrative or pointing out; explicitly shown

"The teacher gave an ostensive example to clarify the concept."

adjective
/ɒˈstɛnsəbl/

stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

"His ostensible reason for leaving was illness, but many doubted it."

verb
/ˈɒsɪfaɪ/

to turn into bone or become rigid and inflexible

"With age, some tissues tend to ossify."

adjective
/ˈɑːsɪˌfaɪd/

Turned into bone or become rigid; unwilling to change.

"The company had an ossified management structure that resisted innovation."

adjective
/ˈɒsiəs/

consisting of or turned into bone; bony

"The fossil showed osseous structures of the ancient creature."

verb
/ˈɑːskjʊleɪt/

To kiss.

"They osculated under the mistletoe during the party."

noun
/ˌɑːsɪˈleɪʃən/

The movement back and forth at a regular speed.

"The oscillation of the pendulum controls the clock."

oscillate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˈɑːsɪleɪt/

To move or swing back and forth at a regular speed.

"The fan oscillates to spread air around the room."

adjective
/ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪk/

Relating to the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

"She visited an orthopedic surgeon for her back pain."

noun
/ɔːrˈθɑːɡrəfi/

The conventional spelling system of a language.

"English orthography can be confusing for learners."

adjective
/ɔːrˈθɑːɡənl/

at right angles; independent or unrelated

"In mathematics, two vectors are orthogonal if their dot product is zero."

noun
/ˈɔːrθədɑːksi/

traditional or generally accepted beliefs and practices

"The religious leader defended the orthodoxy of the faith."

adjective
/ˈɔːrθədɑːks/

conforming to traditional beliefs or practices

"He comes from a very orthodox family."

noun
/ˈɔr.fən.ɪʒ/

an institution for the care and education of children who have lost their parents

"The charity built a new orphanage for homeless children."

noun
/ˈɔr.fən/

a child whose parents are dead; someone without protective support

"The orphan was adopted by a loving family."

adjective
/ˈɔːrəˌtʌnd/

full, rich, and clear in sound; pompous in style

"The actor's orotund voice filled the theater."

noun
/ˌɔːrnɪˈθɑːlədʒi/

the scientific study of birds

"She pursued ornithology to understand the migration patterns of birds."

noun
/ˌɔːrnɪˈθɒlədʒɪst/

a scientist who studies birds

"The ornithologist spent years studying migratory birds."

adjective
/ˈɔːrnəri/

bad-tempered and combative; stubborn

"The ornery old man refused to leave his chair."

adjective
/ɔːˈneɪt/

elaborately or highly decorated

"The palace hall was filled with ornate furniture and paintings."

adjective
/ˌɔːrnəˈmɛntl/

Serving as decoration; decorative rather than functional.

"The garden was filled with ornamental plants."

noun
/ˈɔːrnəmənt/

A decorative object that adds beauty to something.

"The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments."

noun
/ˈɒrɪz(ə)n/

a prayer, especially a devout or formal one

"He whispered a quiet orison before going to sleep."

verb
/əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

"The tradition originated in ancient times."

noun
/ˈɔːrdɪnəns/

An authoritative rule, law, or decree issued by a city, town, or authority.

"The city council passed an ordinance banning smoking in public parks."

organic foods definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ɔːˈɡæn.ɪk fuːdz

Food produced without the use of chemicals such as artificial pesticides, fertilizers, or other artificial agents.

"Organic foods are healthier than processed foods."

organic farming definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈɔːr.ɡə.nɪk ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

Farming without chemical fertilizers and pesticides using natural methods.

"Organic farming reduces pollution and promotes healthier food."

organic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ɔːrˈɡænɪk/

Relating to or derived from living matter; produced without artificial chemicals.

"They prefer to eat organic fruits and vegetables."

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organ

noun
/ˈɔːɡən/

a part of the body that performs a specific function

"The heart is an important organ in the human body."

noun
/ˈɔːrdnəns/

Military supplies including weapons, ammunition, and combat equipment.

"The army stored ordnance in a secure facility outside the city."

noun
/ˌɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/

The ceremony of conferring holy orders or official religious authority.

"The church held a special service for the ordination of new priests."

Ordinary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈɔːrdəˌnɛri/

Common, usual, or not special; something that happens regularly.

"She wore an ordinary dress to the party."

ordeal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ɔːrˈdiːl/

A very difficult or painful experience, often lasting for a long time.

"The survivors went through a terrible ordeal after the earthquake."

orchestrated definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
ˈɔː.kɪ.streɪ.tɪd

Planned or coordinated carefully and deliberately.

"The attacks were orchestrated with precision."

Orchid definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈɔːrkɪd/

a diverse family of flowering plants known for their exotic and often fragrant flowers

"The white orchid on the windowsill bloomed for months."

verb
/ɔːrˈdeɪn/

To officially make someone a priest or minister; to decree or order something officially.

"The bishop will ordain three new priests this Sunday."

adjective
/ˈɔː.də.li/

well-organized; systematic; peaceful

"Please keep your desk orderly and clean."