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英単語辞書 | 単語の意味、定義、例文

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Hick

adjective C2
/hɪk/

unsophisticated person from a rural area; country bumpkin

"He had a hick accent from growing up in a small town."

adjective C2
/ˈhaɪd.baʊnd/

unwilling or unable to change because of tradition or convention

"He is too hidebound to accept new ideas."

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hie

verb C2
/haɪ/

to go quickly; hasten

"He hied to the station to catch the train."

noun C2
/ˈhaɪərəˌɡlɪf/

A picture or symbol used in ancient writing systems, especially Egyptian writing.

"The walls of the temple were covered in hieroglyphs."

adjective/noun C2
/ˌhaɪərəˈɡlɪfɪk/

Relating to or written in hieroglyphs; symbols or writing that is difficult to understand.

"The archaeologists studied the hieroglyphic inscriptions carefully."

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high-flown

adjective C2
/ˌhaɪ ˈfloʊn/

Using fancy or pretentious language; lofty in style but often overblown.

"The politician gave a high-flown speech full of promises."

adjective C2
/ˈhaɪˌbraʊ/

intellectually superior or cultured; often describing art, literature, or activities appealing to intellectual tastes

"The museum is known for its highbrow exhibitions."

noun C2
/hɪˈlærɪti/

Extreme amusement, especially when expressed by laughter.

"The movie caused great hilarity among the audience."

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hillock

noun C2
/ˈhɪlək/

A small hill or mound.

"The children climbed up the grassy hillock to watch the sunset."

Hilsa fish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɪl.sə fɪʃ/

a popular fish species found in South Asian rivers, especially prized in Bengali cuisine

"Hilsa fish is considered a delicacy in Bengali culture."

Hind definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Hind

noun C2
/haɪnd/

a female deer, especially a red deer

"The hind protected her fawn from predators."

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hindmost

adjective C2
/ˈhaɪndmoʊst/

Farthest back; last in position.

"The hindmost car in the convoy broke down first."

noun C2
/ˈhaɪərlɪŋ/

A person who works for payment only, often with little loyalty or principle.

"The mercenary was dismissed as just a hireling with no real loyalty."

hirsute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈhɜːrsuːt/

Having a lot of hair, especially in an unusual place.

"The hirsute man stood out in the crowd with his long beard."

histrionic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˌhɪstriˈɒnɪk/

Overly dramatic or theatrical in behavior or style.

"Her histrionic reaction to the small problem surprised everyone."

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hoary

adjective C2
/ˈhɔːri/

gray or white with age; very old and respected

"The hoary oak tree stood as a witness to centuries of history."

verb C2
/ˈhɑːbəl/

to walk awkwardly with difficulty, usually due to injury

"He hobbled across the room after twisting his ankle."

noun C2
/ˈhɒdʒ.pɒdʒ/

A confusing mixture of different things; a jumble.

"The essay was a hodgepodge of unrelated ideas."

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Hoe

noun C2
/hoʊ/

a gardening tool with a thin metal blade used for breaking up soil and removing weeds

"The farmer used a hoe to remove weeds from his vegetable garden."

noun C2
/hɔːɡ plʌm/

tropical fruit with yellow skin and sour taste

"Hog plums are often used to make pickles and chutneys."

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hogshead

noun C2
/ˈhɒɡz.hɛd/

A large cask or barrel, traditionally used for storing liquids like wine or beer.

"The cellar was filled with hogsheads of ale."

noun C2
/ˈhoʊl.stər/

A holder or case for carrying a gun, typically worn on a belt or shoulder.

"The sheriff kept his revolver in a leather holster."

homeostasis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌhoʊmi.oʊˈsteɪsɪs/

The ability of a living system or organism to maintain internal stability despite changes in external conditions.

"Sweating helps the body maintain homeostasis in hot weather."

adjective C2
/ˈhoʊm.spʌn/

Simple and unsophisticated; made at home rather than in a factory.

"She wore a homespun dress to the village festival."

Homily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɑː.mə.li/

A religious or moral lecture; a sermon.

"The priest delivered a touching homily on kindness."

noun C2
/ˌhoʊmə.dʒəˈniːəti/

The quality or state of being all the same or all of the same kind.

"The cultural homogeneity of the village made it feel unified."

verb C2
/həˈmɑː.dʒə.naɪz/

To make uniform or similar by blending or mixing different elements.

"The company tried to homogenize its products across global markets."

adjective C2
/həˈmɑː.lə.ɡəs/

Having the same relation, relative position, or structure, especially due to evolutionary origin.

"The wings of bats and the arms of humans are homologous structures."

noun C2
/ˌɒnəˈreəriəm/

A payment given for professional services that are rendered without a fee.

"The guest lecturer received an honorarium for her talk."

verb C2
/ˈhʊdwɪŋk/

To deceive or trick someone.

"The scammer hoodwinked many people with false promises."

Hornbill definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɔːrn.bɪl/

a large tropical bird with a large curved beak and often a horn-like projection

"The colorful hornbill perched on the highest branch."

Horse-leach definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɔːrs.liːt͡ʃ/

a large species of leech that was traditionally used in veterinary medicine

"The veterinarian explained that horse-leach was once commonly used to treat horses."

adjective C2
/ˈhɔːrtətɪv/

Giving strong encouragement or urging.

"The teacher gave a hortative speech to motivate the students before the exam."

adjective C2
/ˈhɔːrtətɔːri/

Intended to encourage or urge to action.

"The manager’s hortatory words inspired the team to work harder."

noun C2
/ˈhoʊʒəri/

Stockings, socks, and other knitted clothing for the legs and feet.

"She bought new hosiery for the winter season."

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hostelry

noun C2
/ˈhɑːstəlri/

An inn or lodging place, especially one for travelers.

"They stayed at a small hostelry near the mountains."

Hotch potch definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/hɒtʃ pɒtʃ/

A mixed dish; a hodgepodge of ingredients cooked together

"She made a delicious hotch potch with rice, lentils, and vegetables."

Hotchpotch definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɑːtʃ.pɑːtʃ/

a confused mixture; a jumbled assortment of things

"The room was a hotchpotch of old furniture, books, and random decorations."

noun C2
/ˈhɒthɛd/

a person who acts quickly and without thinking when angry

"He is such a hothead that he often starts arguments."

noun C2
/ˈhaʊsˌbreɪkɪŋ/

the crime of breaking into a house with intent to steal

"The thief was arrested for housebreaking."

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hovel

noun C2
/ˈhʌvəl/

a small, poorly built, and dirty house

"The refugees lived in a makeshift hovel."

noun C2
/ˈhɔɪdən/

a boisterous or tomboyish girl

"The hoyden preferred climbing trees to playing with dolls."

noun C2
/ˈhʌk.stər/

A person who sells small items aggressively, often in a showy or dishonest way.

"The huckster loudly promoted his goods in the busy marketplace."

noun phrase C2
/ˌhjuː ən ˈkraɪ/

A loud public outcry or protest, often demanding action.

"There was a hue and cry over the new policy changes."

noun C2
/ˈhʌmbʌɡ/

Deceptive or false talk or behavior; nonsense.

"He dismissed the idea as humbug."

adjective C2
/ˈhʌmdrʌm/

Lacking excitement or variety; dull and monotonous.

"She grew tired of the humdrum routine of office life."

noun C2
/ˌhjuː.mɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

The process of organic matter decomposition to form humus in soil.

"Humification enhances soil structure and fertility."

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hummock

noun C2
/ˈhʌm.ək/

A small hill, mound, or ridge of earth or ice.

"The hikers rested on a grassy hummock by the river."

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humus

noun C2
/ˈhjuːməs/

The dark, organic material in soil formed from decayed plants and animals.

"The gardener enriched the soil with humus to improve plant growth."

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hurtle

verb C2
/ˈhɜːrtl/

To move or cause to move at great speed, often in a dangerous way.

"The car hurtled down the mountain road."