英単語辞書 | 単語の意味、定義、例文
A set of beliefs or principles held and taught by a religious, political, or other group.
"The church follows a strict doctrine on moral values."
Noun: A written, printed, or electronic record that provides information or evidence. Verb: To record information in written or electronic form.
"She carefully documented all the expenses of the trip."
A film or television program that provides a factual record or report.
"We watched a documentary about climate change."
material that provides official information or evidence
"The documentation for the project is available for review."
To move in a weak and unsteady way, especially due to old age.
"The old man doddered across the street with a cane."
Weak, shaky, or unsteady, especially due to old age.
"The doddering professor struggled to climb the stairs."
to avoid something by moving quickly to the side or by being clever
"He managed to dodge the ball at the last second."
suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous
"That deal sounds dodgy to me."
A wild rose species with pink or white flowers and thorny stems, common in hedgerows
"The dog-rose bush grew wild along the countryside path."
showing stubborn determination and persistence
"She succeeded through dogged determination."
Stubborn persistence in achieving something without giving up.
"His doggedness in pursuing his goals was inspiring."
Comic or irregular verse, often poorly constructed and lacking in artistic quality.
"The poet’s work was dismissed as mere doggerel by the critics."
A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.
"The religious leader strictly adhered to traditional dogma."
Inclined to lay down principles as undeniably true, without consideration of evidence or others’ opinions.
"Her dogmatic approach left little room for debate."
To state opinions or beliefs as if they were absolute truths.
"The professor tended to dogmatize on political issues."
Expressing sorrow or sadness; mournful.
"She gave him a doleful look before leaving."
Filled with grief or sadness; mournful.
"The dolesome ballad brought tears to their eyes."
a small toy resembling a human figure, especially for children
"The little girl hugged her favorite doll tightly."
The basic monetary unit of the United States and some other countries
"I need five dollars to buy this book."
A state of great sorrow or distress.
"The nation was in deep dolor after the tragedy."
A highly intelligent marine mammal with a streamlined body and dorsal fin
"Dolphins are known for their playful behavior and intelligence."
A stupid or slow-witted person.
"Only a dolt would believe such a story."
An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.
"Mathematics is her main domain of expertise."
Relating to the home or internal affairs of a country.
"She bought domestic products to support local businesses."
to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use
"Humans domesticated dogs thousands of years ago."
The process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or for farm produce.
"Domestication of animals has been crucial for human survival."
Life at home or devotion to family life.
"She enjoys the domesticity of cooking and gardening."
A person's legal residence or permanent home.
"He declared Canada as his legal domicile."
The state of having power and influence over others.
"The company has maintained dominance in the smartphone market."
Having power, authority, or influence over others; most important.
"English has become the dominant language in international business."
to have power or control over something or someone
"The company dominates the smartphone market."
the exercise of control or influence over someone or something
"The empire sought domination over its neighbors."
to assert one's will over another in an arrogant way
"He tends to domineer over his younger colleagues."
to give money, goods, or time to help a person or organization
"They donated food to the flood victims."
something that is given to help a person or organization, often money
"He made a generous donation to the local orphanage."
A person who gives something, especially money or goods, as a donation.
"The donator wished to remain anonymous after contributing a large sum."
A person who receives a gift or donation.
"The scholarship fund’s donee expressed heartfelt gratitude."
a domesticated animal related to the horse, with long ears and a braying call
"The donkey carried heavy bags up the mountain."
A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.
"The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing."
A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.
"The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom."
the last day of the world's existence; a time of catastrophic destruction
"The preacher spoke about doomsday and the importance of preparing spiritually."
a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet
"Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house."
