English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples
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a device for communication, typically used to make calls or send messages
"I need to charge my phone."
Photographs; pictures taken with a camera.
"Adding photos to a family tree makes it more personal."
a visual representation made by painting, drawing, or photography
"The picture on the wall was painted by a famous artist."
a farm animal with a snout used for digging and a curly tail; kept for meat such as pork or bacon
"The pig rolled happily in the mud."
a flat round bread baked with toppings such as cheese, tomato, and other ingredients
"We ordered a large pepperoni pizza for dinner."
a particular position or location; to put something in a specific position
"She placed the books on the table."
a detailed proposal for doing or achieving something
"We need a clear plan to move forward."
to engage in activity for enjoyment or recreation
"The children love to play outside."
a particular spot, location, or position in space
"The mountain peak is the highest point in the region."
a body of officers representing the civil authority of government
"The police arrived quickly to investigate the scene."
Lacking sufficient money, resources, or quality.
"The poor family struggled to buy food."
a starchy plant tuber that is a staple food around the world
"We had mashed potato with our dinner."
Attractive in a delicate way without being truly beautiful.
"She looked pretty in her new dress."
the amount of money expected, required, or given for something
"The price of the car has increased recently."
a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome
"We need to find a solution to this problem."
A sentence designed to elicit information; or to ask something.
"She asked a difficult question during the meeting."
a small furry animal with long ears that lives in holes in the ground and moves by hopping
"The rabbit hopped quickly across the garden."
a device for receiving or transmitting radio signals, or the use of such signals for communication
"I listen to the radio every morning for the news."
water droplets that fall from the sky as a result of condensation in the atmosphere
"The rain started pouring just as we reached the park."
to look at and comprehend the meaning of written or printed matter
"I like to read books before bed."
Prepared or available for use or action.
"She was ready to leave for the airport."
used to emphasize a statement or description
"She really enjoyed the movie last night."
having the color of blood or rubies; a primary color
"She wore a red dress to the party."
to recall to the mind; to keep in memory
"I can't remember the last time we met."
to cease work or movement in order to relax or recover strength
"He needs to rest after the long journey."
a place where meals are prepared and served to customers
"We went to the restaurant for dinner."
a cereal grain that is the staple food of many countries
"Rice is an important part of the daily diet in many countries."
to sit on and control the movement of something, typically a vehicle or animal
"She loves to ride her bike around the park."
something that is morally good, fair, or just; or a legal/entitled claim
"Everyone has the right to free speech."
a wide way leading from one place to another
"We drove along the road to the village."
A space within a building enclosed by walls, floor, and ceiling
"She decorated her room with bright colors."
having a circular shape; shaped like a sphere or disk
"The table was round and had a smooth surface."
to move swiftly on foot by taking steps faster than walking
"He runs every morning to stay fit."
a dish consisting of various ingredients, typically including vegetables, which are usually mixed with a dressing
"She made a fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers."
two pieces of bread with food such as meat, cheese, or salad between them
"I made a chicken sandwich for lunch."
To keep safe, to rescue, or to store for future use.
"She managed to save enough money for a new bike."