to bet money on games of chance; to take a risky action

a weapon that fires bullets or other projectiles from a metal tube

A tall flowering plant with sword-shaped leaves and colorful spike-like flower clusters, popular in gardens and floral arrangements

A movable barrier that opens and closes to allow or prevent entry through an opening.

A carved stone figure, often of a grotesque creature, on a building, typically used as a spout to carry water away.

to show someone the way; to direct or influence behavior

a place equipped for physical exercise and fitness training

the mother of one's father or mother

A system of government or control by old people.

speaking easily but without sincerity or depth

social superiority as demonstrated by polite and refined manners; the quality of being well-mannered and refined

the system and structure of a language, including rules for syntax, morphology, and usage

male goose

A small compact particle of a substance.

magnificent beauty or splendor; praise, honor, and distinction; a state of absolute happiness

Relating to all or most people, things, or situations; not specific.

A type of bird; or to complain or grumble persistently.

A long, deep cut or wound; to cut deeply or violently.

a white or yellow fragrant flower with waxy petals

a precious yellow metallic element; jewelry or ornaments made of gold

to shock or excite someone into taking action; to coat iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc

a person who is invited to visit someone's home or attend a particular social occasion

simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness

To stare openly and rudely.

having committed a crime or offense; feeling responsible for wrongdoing

an apparition of a dead person believed to be able to become visible to the living; a spirit

a unit of measurement for liquid capacity, equal to 4 quarts or approximately 3.8 liters

A gradual change from one stage, tone, or degree to another.

a hot fragrant spice made from the rhizome of a plant; the plant itself

the branch of medicine dealing with the health and care of old people

A person or entity that makes a grant or transfers property or rights to another.

A person who annoys or criticizes others to stimulate change or provoke action.

A tropical tree with bright orange-red flowers, also known as flame tree or royal poinciana

A quick or brief look.

The process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength.

In large amounts; abundant or plentiful.

to make someone happy or bring joy

a thick disc of stone used for grinding, sharpening, or polishing tools

Electricity produced by chemical action, especially in a battery; the therapeutic use of electricity in medicine.

a retail store where food and everyday household items are sold

to make something worldwide in scope or application; to integrate into a global system

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

A soldier who specialized in throwing grenades; later used to describe an elite infantryman.

a sudden strong rush of wind; a sudden burst or outburst of feeling

to flow out suddenly and forcefully, or to express something enthusiastically

A vague, non-specific statement or principle that applies broadly.

to carry and develop in the womb during pregnancy; to develop an idea over a period of time

a large predatory freshwater fish with an elongated body and snake-like head

A device consisting of a wheel or disk mounted so it can spin rapidly and maintain orientation, used for navigation and balance.

a knitted sweater; a type of woolen pullover

A person who enjoys eating a lot or has a great appetite for food.

The trapping of the sun's warmth in a planet's lower atmosphere due to the greater transparency of the atmosphere to visible radiation from the sun than to infrared radiation emitted from the planet's surface.

Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.

the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out

an area of land set aside for burial of the dead; a cemetery

the child of one's son or daughter

The origin or mode of formation of something.

intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food

the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion

an instrument for measuring the magnitude, amount, or contents of something

the state or quality of being light-hearted or cheerful; festive atmosphere

A woman or girl with whom someone is romantically or emotionally involved.

A network of interconnected lines or a system for distributing electricity over a wide area.

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

An activity or sport played for amusement, competition, or skill.

unripe papaya fruit used as a vegetable in cooking, especially in Asian cuisine

large waterbird with a long neck and webbed feet

Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.

to eat greedily; a narrow valley between mountains or hills

A sudden, usually temporary fault or malfunction in a system or device.

in a cheerful and lively manner

deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death; trouble or suffering

a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush

Merchandise or possessions; things that are bought and sold.

to give pleasure or satisfaction to someone

People of good social position, usually of high birth or wealthy landowners

An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment; a blunder.

To begin to grow or develop, especially referring to a seed.

to clean, brush, and care for the appearance of someone or something

a shiny or lustrous surface finish; a superficially attractive appearance; lip gloss

The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation.

relating to the sense of taste

either of the two sexes (male and female); the range of characteristics pertaining to masculinity and femininity

to crush into small particles; to work hard

having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;

the measurement around the middle of something, especially a person's waist or a tree trunk

A low, flat ship used in ancient times, often with sails and oars; also, a kitchen on a ship or aircraft.

involving or showing a lot of bloodshed and violence

a climbing plant with large fruits that have hard shells when dried

small round fruits that grow in clusters on vines; used to make wine

Twisted, rough, and knotted, especially with age.

elegant; smooth; refined; having beauty of movement or manner

The action or manner of governing and controlling a state or organization.

The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.

a small freshwater fish species found in the Ganges river system, known for its leaf-like appearance

Feeling dizzy or light-headed; also overly excited and frivolous.

Having a sticky or glue-like texture.

Extremely large; enormous.

To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.

a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning

Expressive hand or body movements while speaking to convey thoughts or emotions

wheat or any other cultivated cereal crop used as food; a single seed of a cereal

partial or total darkness; a state of dejection or despondency

to freely transfer something to someone

Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.

the quality of being kind and generous; willingness to give money, help, kindness freely

To take pleasure in someone else's misfortune or to show smug satisfaction.

To seek attention or applause by behaving or speaking in a showy way.

relating to Greece, its people, or its language

A social blunder or mistake; also a hook or device used in fishing or theater.

an imaginary or mythical being of human form but superhuman size; something of great size or force

Something light, thin, and delicate, like a fine fabric or cobweb.

a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land; a wide gap or difference between people or groups

To act in an excessively humble or submissive way to gain favor.

to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree

causing horror or disgust

An organized group of people, often involved in crime or violence.

writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place

a person who regularly eats or drinks more than is necessary; someone who has an excessive appetite

a sticky substance used for sticking objects or materials together; an adhesive

Extremely tiring and demanding.