英単語辞書 | 単語の意味、定義、例文
The dark, organic material in soil formed from decayed plants and animals.
"The gardener enriched the soil with humus to improve plant growth."
the number 100
"There are a hundred students in the hall."
the feeling of discomfort caused by lack of food
"The child cried out of hunger."
in a way that shows hunger; greedily; eagerly
"The dog ate hungrily after not eating for hours."
feeling or showing the need for food
"The children were hungry after playing outside all day."
to chase and kill animals for food or sport; to search for something carefully
"The tiger hunts its prey silently in the jungle."
a person or animal that hunts animals for food or sport
"The hunter tracked the deer through the forest."
the activity of chasing and killing wild animals
"Hunting is strictly regulated in many countries."
A violent tropical storm with very strong winds and heavy rain.
"The hurricane destroyed hundreds of homes along the coast."
to move or act quickly
"She had to hurry to catch the bus."
to cause pain or injury; to feel pain
"He hurt his knee while playing football."
To move or cause to move at great speed, often in a dangerous way.
"The car hurtled down the mountain road."
A married man regarded in relation to his spouse.
"Her husband is very supportive of her career."
the care, cultivation, and breeding of crops and animals; management and conservation of resources
"Modern husbandry practices focus on sustainability and animal welfare."
the dry outer covering of some fruits or seeds
"The corn husk was peeled away before cooking."
a member of a light cavalry regiment in European armies, especially the Hungarian cavalry
"The hussar rode swiftly across the battlefield."
the political campaigning and speeches before an election
"The candidate gained popularity during the hustings."
to move quickly and energetically; to push or work hard to achieve something
"She had to hustle to finish the project on time."
a mixture of two different things, often combining the best qualities of both
"The car is a hybrid that runs on both electricity and fuel."
a many-headed serpent in Greek mythology; a problem that seems to grow worse when attempts are made to solve it
"Corruption is like a hydra, hard to defeat completely."
The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.
"Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions."
operated by the pressure of liquid, especially water or oil
"The mechanic repaired the hydraulic system of the machine."
The branch of science concerned with the motion of fluids, especially liquids, and the forces acting on solid bodies immersed in fluids.
"Hydrodynamics is essential in designing efficient ship hulls."
Relating to or denoting the generation of electricity using flowing water.
"The country invested heavily in hydroelectric power plants."
a colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas that is the lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe
"Hydrogen is used as a clean fuel in many energy systems."
Buses powered by hydrogen fuel cells that produce only water vapor as emission.
"Hydrogen-powered buses reduce air pollution."
The cycle of processes by which water circulates between the earth's oceans, atmosphere, and land.
"The hydrological cycle ensures continuous water movement in nature."
A chemical process that breaks down compounds by adding water, splitting complex molecules into simpler forms.
"Hydrolysis breaks down complex molecules into simpler forms."
The study of the mechanical properties and behavior of fluids in motion and at rest.
"Hydromechanics provides the foundation for naval architecture."
An instrument used to measure the density or specific gravity of liquids.
"The brewer used a hydrometer to test the sugar content of the solution."
Extreme or irrational fear of water; historically, another name for rabies.
"After being bitten by a stray dog, the man was treated for hydrophobia."
Relating to the process of growing plants in sand, gravel, or liquid, with added nutrients but without soil.
"Hydroponic farming allows crops to grow without soil."
A method of growing plants without soil using nutrient-rich water.
"Hydroponics allows crops to grow without soil."
The production of electrical power through the use of the gravitational force of falling or flowing water.
"Hydropower generation promotes green energy."
The branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids at rest.
"Hydrostatics is essential in understanding how dams and reservoirs function."
Containing water, especially water of crystallization.
"The mineral is hydrous because it contains water molecules in its structure."
a wild animal of Africa and Asia that looks like a dog and makes a sound like laughter
"The hyena laughed in the darkness of the night."
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
"Saying 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse' is a classic example of hyperbole."
Relating to the extreme north; very cold or frigid.
"The explorers prepared for the hyperborean climate of the Arctic."
The use of multiple systems and devices to remain constantly connected.
"The era of hyperconnectivity has led to a digital revolution."
Excessively or unreasonably critical.
"The teacher was often hypercritical of small mistakes."
Abnormally high blood pressure.
"High sodium intake leads to hypertension."
A trance-like state of consciousness usually induced by suggestion.
"She underwent hypnosis to overcome her fear of flying."
Producing sleep or a trance-like state; mesmerizing.
"The music had a hypnotic effect on the audience."
