a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile to help digest food.

To prevent something from happening; to make impossible.

A stock or amount of something supplied or available for use.

close in friendship; private and personal; detailed knowledge

lacking foresight or long-term perspective; also refers to nearsightedness

the descriptive study or writing about the practical arts, technologies, or technical methods of a society

to tread heavily on something and cause damage or injury

to mention or allude to something; to direct someone to a source of information

A small roller used for curling hair.

a solemn promise or declaration; a sworn statement

widespread destruction; great confusion or disorder; chaos

the joint between the forearm and the upper arm

complete in every way; fully attended or absolute

a shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

to join together or combine; to bring people or things together

to live in; to occupy as a dwelling

the father of one's father or mother

in a way that involves energetic participation or effort

a floor covering made from thick woven fabric

Large in quantity; abundant; generous in giving.

relating to the process of growth or progress

a woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization

Acknowledgment of the existence, validity, or legality of something; appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability.

to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly

Having received a good level of formal schooling or training; knowledgeable

received with pleasure; giving pleasure; allowed or invited

The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.

the state of being subject to death; the death rate of a population

extreme cruelty or brutality; absence of culture and civilization

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

a person's will; or strong evidence of something

a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious scripture.

Not exact or accurate; vague.

Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.

a thing or person regarded as a model to be followed or avoided

Lasting forever or for an indefinitely long time.

A pause or break, especially during a performance or event.

A set of written, printed, or blank pages fastened together; to arrange for someone to have a seat, room, or ticket in advance.

not developed in terms of civilization; lacking social organization and culture; barbarous

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

A rich, creamy soup made from shellfish.

a shoot or twig inserted into a slit on the trunk of a living tree to form a new growth; corruption in politics or business

a small unusual or interesting object, often collected for its rarity

approval, support, or liking for someone or something; a kind or helpful act

feeling weary or uninterested because of lack of activity or excitement

a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used for sewing

Falling or dropping suddenly and steeply; decreasing rapidly

a person whom one does not know or with whom one is not familiar

A person who enjoys doing dangerous or risky things.

a thin, pointed metal instrument used for sewing

To satisfy fully, especially with food or desire.

Causing or likely to cause disagreement and conflict.

a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses

Unusual, uncommon, or out of the ordinary.

A solid geometric figure with five faces.

to control or manage the functioning of something

not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate

To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.

Showing a lack of respect for things that are generally taken seriously.

a military aircraft designed for attacking other aircraft; a person who fights

particularly; in particular; above all

to argue or dispute angrily or noisily

a large African and Arabian primate with a dog-like snout and colorful buttocks

Showing inventiveness and skill; clever, original, and inventive.

having extensive knowledge; well-informed; educated

An open space in a forest or woods.

to a reasonable extent, not excessively

a large group of animals of the same type that live and feed together; or to gather animals into a group.

a fibrous gourd that becomes sponge-like when dried, used for cleaning and in cooking when young

a state of pain, suffering, or distress

Characterized by strong and turbulent emotions or stormy conditions.

the quality of being rigid or unwilling to change; lack of adaptability

an organ in the body that produces lymphocytes and filters blood; also refers to bad temper or spite

from now on; in the future; also refers to life after death.

The ability of a substance to flow easily; smooth and graceful movement or style.

extremely good or impressive; not yet resolved or paid

Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

Ancestors or people in previous generations from whom one is descended.

a person who tills or cultivates land; a farmer

money in the form of bills or coins, not checks or credit

To tie, fasten, or hold together securely.

a person's outward behavior or appearance

a person who pretends to be more confident, skilled, or knowledgeable than they really are; someone who deceives others by bluffing

in a hopeful manner; expressing hope or optimism

Wise, or appearing to be wise.

torn; tattered; frayed; shabby

The method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept.

To pass (words, ideas, or gossip) back and forth in a casual or argumentative way.

not claimed by anyone; not demanded or requested; abandoned or ownerless

The world's largest international sports competition held every four years, bringing together athletes from different countries to compete in various sports.

a sudden start or occurrence of something unpleasant, like disease or violence

to pull apart or damage by force; to rip

in a comfortable manner; without difficulty or effort; with ease

The language of England, widely spoken around the world; relating to England or its people.

a strong desire for something

a small particle or cell, especially a blood cell

Describing land that is left unplanted for a period to restore its fertility, allowing soil to recover nutrients and break pest and disease cycles.

The measure of how thick or dense something is

a tall, thin dog with long legs that can run very fast

To remove a leader or government from power, often by force.

relating to a festival or celebration

the state of being confined or restricted

fast; rapid; swift; happening in a short time

An individual or collaborative enterprise that is carefully planned to achieve a particular aim

to shout, complain, or argue loudly or vehemently

disagreeing or clashing; harsh and jarring in sound

A department responsible for supplying food and equipment, especially in the military.

relating to Jews or Judaism

to praise enthusiastically and publicly

A trip or celebration, often funded by someone else, usually for pleasure or promotional purposes.

a bitter gourd vegetable with a bumpy green skin, also known as bitter melon

The quality of being fertile; fruitfulness.

Relating to or involving sacrifice.

the latest time or date by which something should be completed

Designed or produced in a way that causes minimal harm to the environment, often using sustainable materials and processes that reduce ecological impact.

A small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something.

a bright blue color like that of a clear sky

a fragrant white flower that blooms at night and releases strong sweet scent