Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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Henna

noun C2
/ˈhen.ə/

a reddish-brown dye made from the powdered leaves of a tropical shrub, used to color hair and decorate skin

"The bride's hands were beautifully decorated with intricate henna patterns for her wedding ceremony."

verb C2
/ˈhɛnˌpɛk/

To continually criticize, nag, or dominate (especially a husband).

"He felt henpecked by his overly controlling wife."

noun C2
/ˈhɛptəˌɡɒn/

A polygon with seven sides and seven angles.

"The math teacher drew a heptagon on the board."

noun C2
/ˈhɛptɑːrki/

A group of seven rulers or governments, especially the seven Anglo-Saxon kingdoms in early England.

"The history book described the heptarchy of Anglo-Saxon England."

adjective C2
/hɜːrˈbeɪʃəs/

Relating to or resembling herbs; plants with soft, non-woody stems.

"The garden was filled with herbaceous plants that thrived in the summer."

noun C2
/hɜːrˈbɛəriəm/

A collection of preserved plant specimens and associated data used for scientific study.

"The university maintains a large herbarium for research and education."

adjective C2
/ˌhɜːrkjʊˈliːən/

Requiring great strength or effort; very difficult to perform.

"It was a herculean task to rebuild the city after the disaster."

adjective C2
/həˈrɛtɪkəl/

Relating to or characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards, especially in religion.

"The priest condemned the book as heretical."

hermetic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/hərˈmɛtɪk/

Completely sealed, especially so that no air can enter or escape.

"The medicine was kept in a hermetic container."

adverb C2
/hərˈmɛtɪkli/

In a way that is completely airtight or sealed off.

"The jars were hermetically sealed to preserve freshness."

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hermitage

noun C2
/ˈhɜːrmɪtɪdʒ/

A secluded residence or retreat, often for a hermit or religious recluse.

"The monk spent years in a hermitage deep in the forest."

noun C2
/ˌhɜːrpəˈtɒlədʒɪst/

A scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians.

"The herpetologist discovered a new species of frog in the rainforest."

Hessian definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɛʃ.ən/

a strong coarse fabric made from jute or hemp, used for sacks and wrapping

"The farmer stored grain in hessian sacks."

heterodox definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈhɛtərəˌdɒks/

not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs

"The professor was known for his heterodox views on religion."

noun C2
/ˌhɛtərəʤəˈniːɪti/

the quality or state of being diverse in character or content

"The cultural heterogeneity of the city makes it vibrant and unique."

adjective C2
/ˌhɛtərəʊˈmɔːrfɪk/

Having different forms or shapes, especially in the same species or organism.

"Butterflies are heteromorphic during their life cycle, changing forms from larva to adult."

heuristic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
hjʊəˈrɪs.tɪk

Enabling a person to discover or learn something for themselves; using practical experience rather than theory.

"The scientist used a heuristic approach to solve the problem."

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hew

verb C2
/hjuː/

To chop or cut something, especially wood or stone, with a tool.

"The workers hewed logs to build the cabin."

adjective C2
/hɛkˈsæŋɡjələr/

Having six angles or corners.

"The artist designed a hexangular frame for the mirror."

noun C2
/ˈhɛksəˌpɒd/

An insect or other organism with six legs.

"The scientist observed a hexapod crawling on the leaf."

noun C2
/ˈheɪ.deɪ/

the period of a person's or thing's greatest success, popularity, or vigor; prime time

"During her heyday as a singer, she performed in sold-out concerts around the world."

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hibernal

adjective C2
/haɪˈbɜːrnəl/

Relating to or occurring in winter.

"The hibernal season is often harsh in the mountains."

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hibernian

adjective/noun C2
/haɪˈbɜːrniən/

Relating to Ireland or the Irish.

"He enjoyed reading about Hibernian culture and history."

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Hick

adjective C2
/hɪk/

unsophisticated person from a rural area; country bumpkin

"He had a hick accent from growing up in a small town."

adjective C2
/ˈhaɪd.baʊnd/

unwilling or unable to change because of tradition or convention

"He is too hidebound to accept new ideas."

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hie

verb C2
/haɪ/

to go quickly; hasten

"He hied to the station to catch the train."

noun C2
/ˈhaɪərəˌɡlɪf/

A picture or symbol used in ancient writing systems, especially Egyptian writing.

"The walls of the temple were covered in hieroglyphs."

adjective/noun C2
/ˌhaɪərəˈɡlɪfɪk/

Relating to or written in hieroglyphs; symbols or writing that is difficult to understand.

"The archaeologists studied the hieroglyphic inscriptions carefully."

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high-flown

adjective C2
/ˌhaɪ ˈfloʊn/

Using fancy or pretentious language; lofty in style but often overblown.

"The politician gave a high-flown speech full of promises."

adjective C2
/ˈhaɪˌbraʊ/

intellectually superior or cultured; often describing art, literature, or activities appealing to intellectual tastes

"The museum is known for its highbrow exhibitions."

noun C2
/hɪˈlærɪti/

Extreme amusement, especially when expressed by laughter.

"The movie caused great hilarity among the audience."

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hillock

noun C2
/ˈhɪlək/

A small hill or mound.

"The children climbed up the grassy hillock to watch the sunset."

Hilsa fish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɪl.sə fɪʃ/

a popular fish species found in South Asian rivers, especially prized in Bengali cuisine

"Hilsa fish is considered a delicacy in Bengali culture."

Hind definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Hind

noun C2
/haɪnd/

a female deer, especially a red deer

"The hind protected her fawn from predators."

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hindmost

adjective C2
/ˈhaɪndmoʊst/

Farthest back; last in position.

"The hindmost car in the convoy broke down first."

noun C2
/ˈhaɪərlɪŋ/

A person who works for payment only, often with little loyalty or principle.

"The mercenary was dismissed as just a hireling with no real loyalty."

hirsute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈhɜːrsuːt/

Having a lot of hair, especially in an unusual place.

"The hirsute man stood out in the crowd with his long beard."

histrionic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˌhɪstriˈɒnɪk/

Overly dramatic or theatrical in behavior or style.

"Her histrionic reaction to the small problem surprised everyone."

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hoary

adjective C2
/ˈhɔːri/

gray or white with age; very old and respected

"The hoary oak tree stood as a witness to centuries of history."

verb C2
/ˈhɑːbəl/

to walk awkwardly with difficulty, usually due to injury

"He hobbled across the room after twisting his ankle."

noun C2
/ˈhɒdʒ.pɒdʒ/

A confusing mixture of different things; a jumble.

"The essay was a hodgepodge of unrelated ideas."

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Hoe

noun C2
/hoʊ/

a gardening tool with a thin metal blade used for breaking up soil and removing weeds

"The farmer used a hoe to remove weeds from his vegetable garden."

noun C2
/hɔːɡ plʌm/

tropical fruit with yellow skin and sour taste

"Hog plums are often used to make pickles and chutneys."

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hogshead

noun C2
/ˈhɒɡz.hɛd/

A large cask or barrel, traditionally used for storing liquids like wine or beer.

"The cellar was filled with hogsheads of ale."

noun C2
/ˈhoʊl.stər/

A holder or case for carrying a gun, typically worn on a belt or shoulder.

"The sheriff kept his revolver in a leather holster."

homeostasis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌhoʊmi.oʊˈsteɪsɪs/

The ability of a living system or organism to maintain internal stability despite changes in external conditions.

"Sweating helps the body maintain homeostasis in hot weather."

adjective C2
/ˈhoʊm.spʌn/

Simple and unsophisticated; made at home rather than in a factory.

"She wore a homespun dress to the village festival."

Homily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈhɑː.mə.li/

A religious or moral lecture; a sermon.

"The priest delivered a touching homily on kindness."

noun C2
/ˌhoʊmə.dʒəˈniːəti/

The quality or state of being all the same or all of the same kind.

"The cultural homogeneity of the village made it feel unified."

verb C2
/həˈmɑː.dʒə.naɪz/

To make uniform or similar by blending or mixing different elements.

"The company tried to homogenize its products across global markets."