Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
to clean something with water or other liquid
"I need to wash my hands before dinner."
an abundance of valuable possessions or money; prosperity
"The businessman built his wealth through hard work and smart investments."
A device that removes contaminants and impurities from water to make it safe for drinking
"We installed a water purifier in our kitchen to ensure clean drinking water."
A network of interconnected rabbit burrows; also used metaphorically for a densely populated building or district.
"The old part of the city is a warren of narrow streets."
a path, direction, or method of doing something
"He found a new way to solve the problem."
As a noun: An official authorization or order. As a verb: To justify or make something necessary.
"The judge issued a warrant for his arrest."
the process of making something warm or the increase in temperature
"Global warming is a significant concern for environmentalists."
the action of using or expending something carelessly or without purpose
"The company reduced food wastage by implementing better inventory management."
a statement or event that tells you of a possible danger or problem
"The warning sign was clearly visible on the road."
a person whose job is to wash clothes and linens for others
"The washer man collected dirty clothes from every household in the village."
a large round fruit with a hard green skin and sweet red flesh with black seeds
"I bought a fresh watermelon from the market for the summer picnic."
the act of cleaning with water or other liquid; clothes or items that are being washed
"Washing clothes regularly helps maintain hygiene."
to look at something for a period of time
"She watches the news every evening."
Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.
"She was wary of trusting strangers."
a container used for storing or carrying water
"The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water."
a clear, colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid that is essential for life
"We need to drink water to stay hydrated."
to stop or interrupt someone unexpectedly, often to attack or detain them
"He was waylaid by reporters as he left the courthouse."
To gradually stop a child or animal from breastfeeding; to detach from a habit.
"Parents often wean their babies around six months old."
Electronic devices that can be worn on the body, typically incorporating smart technology for monitoring health or providing information.
"Wearable devices help monitor heart rate and physical activity."
a cylinder of wax with a wick through it that burns to give light
"We lit a wax candle during the power outage."
aquatic plant with edible white crisp tubers
"Water chestnuts add a nice crunch to stir-fry dishes."
a cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline
"The magnificent waterfall attracts thousands of tourists every year."
to increase gradually in size, number, strength, or intensity
"The moon will wax until it becomes full."
a state of being weak; a flaw or shortcoming in character or structure
"His main weakness is his lack of patience."
A written guarantee given by a manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if necessary within a specified period.
"The laptop comes with a two-year warranty."
something that is not useful and is thrown away
"Don't waste your time on unnecessary tasks."
a machine for washing clothes and other textiles
"The washing machine broke down and needs repair."
lacking physical strength or energy
"She felt weak after the long run."
to tell someone about a possible danger or problem
"She warned him about the storm coming."
in a warm manner; with warmth; cordially; affectionately
"She welcomed the guests warmly at the door."
a flying insect with a yellow and black striped body and a painful sting
"The wasp stung me when I disturbed its nest."
a person engaged or experienced in warfare; a brave or experienced fighter
"The ancient warrior fought fearlessly to protect his land."
A semi-aquatic leafy vegetable with hollow stems, popular in Asian cuisine
"Water spinach grows well in wet soil."
to make or become less strong or powerful
"The long illness weakened his body."
a thing designed or used for inflicting harm or damage
"He carried a weapon for self-defense."
a long body of water curling into an arched form and breaking on the shore
"The waves crashed against the rocks during the storm."
having a great deal of money, resources, or assets
"He became wealthy after investing in real estate."
to put clothes or accessories on your body
"She wears a red dress every Friday."
A raised mark on the skin left after a blow; or general well-being and prosperity.
"The charity worked for the common weal of the community."
Difficult to control or predict because of unusual or perverse behavior.
"The teacher struggled to manage the wayward students."
An event or period marking a turning point in a situation; also refers to a ridge dividing two drainage areas.
"The independence movement was a watershed in the nation's history."
a floating flower that grows on the surface of ponds and lakes
"The white water-lily floated gracefully on the pond."
to become unsteady or indecisive; to hesitate or shake
"She began to waver in her decision to move abroad."
Lacking determination or courage; easily frightened or yielding.
"The leader was criticized for being weak-kneed in the face of opposition."
a large white or green gourd with waxy skin, commonly used in Asian cooking
"The wax gourd soup is very nutritious and helps with digestion."
a waterbird with dark plumage that lives near ponds and wetlands
"The water hen swam gracefully across the pond."
having a moderate degree of heat
"The warm sunlight made the room feel cozy."
Justified or authorized under the circumstances.
"Her anger was warranted after the unfair treatment."
A person who advocates or promotes war or conflict.
"The leader was criticized as a warmonger by his opponents."
A person who wastes time, money, or resources; an idler or spendthrift.
"The young man was dismissed as a wastrel by his family."
