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Having the same relation, relative position, or structure, especially due to evolutionary origin.
"The wings of bats and the arms of humans are homologous structures."
A payment given for professional services that are rendered without a fee.
"The guest lecturer received an honorarium for her talk."
To deceive or trick someone.
"The scammer hoodwinked many people with false promises."
a large tropical bird with a large curved beak and often a horn-like projection
"The colorful hornbill perched on the highest branch."
a large species of leech that was traditionally used in veterinary medicine
"The veterinarian explained that horse-leach was once commonly used to treat horses."
Giving strong encouragement or urging.
"The teacher gave a hortative speech to motivate the students before the exam."
Intended to encourage or urge to action.
"The manager’s hortatory words inspired the team to work harder."
Stockings, socks, and other knitted clothing for the legs and feet.
"She bought new hosiery for the winter season."
An inn or lodging place, especially one for travelers.
"They stayed at a small hostelry near the mountains."
A mixed dish; a hodgepodge of ingredients cooked together
"She made a delicious hotch potch with rice, lentils, and vegetables."
a confused mixture; a jumbled assortment of things
"The room was a hotchpotch of old furniture, books, and random decorations."
a person who acts quickly and without thinking when angry
"He is such a hothead that he often starts arguments."
the crime of breaking into a house with intent to steal
"The thief was arrested for housebreaking."
a small, poorly built, and dirty house
"The refugees lived in a makeshift hovel."
a boisterous or tomboyish girl
"The hoyden preferred climbing trees to playing with dolls."
A person who sells small items aggressively, often in a showy or dishonest way.
"The huckster loudly promoted his goods in the busy marketplace."
A loud public outcry or protest, often demanding action.
"There was a hue and cry over the new policy changes."
Deceptive or false talk or behavior; nonsense.
"He dismissed the idea as humbug."
Lacking excitement or variety; dull and monotonous.
"She grew tired of the humdrum routine of office life."
The process of organic matter decomposition to form humus in soil.
"Humification enhances soil structure and fertility."
A small hill, mound, or ridge of earth or ice.
"The hikers rested on a grassy hummock by the river."
The dark, organic material in soil formed from decayed plants and animals.
"The gardener enriched the soil with humus to improve plant growth."
To move or cause to move at great speed, often in a dangerous way.
"The car hurtled down the mountain road."
the dry outer covering of some fruits or seeds
"The corn husk was peeled away before cooking."
deep, rough, and slightly hoarse voice; also refers to a strong and sturdy build
"He spoke in a husky voice after shouting all day."
a member of a light cavalry regiment in European armies, especially the Hungarian cavalry
"The hussar rode swiftly across the battlefield."
the political campaigning and speeches before an election
"The candidate gained popularity during the hustings."
a many-headed serpent in Greek mythology; a problem that seems to grow worse when attempts are made to solve it
"Corruption is like a hydra, hard to defeat completely."
The branch of science concerned with the motion of fluids, especially liquids, and the forces acting on solid bodies immersed in fluids.
"Hydrodynamics is essential in designing efficient ship hulls."
A chemical process that breaks down compounds by adding water, splitting complex molecules into simpler forms.
"Hydrolysis breaks down complex molecules into simpler forms."
The study of the mechanical properties and behavior of fluids in motion and at rest.
"Hydromechanics provides the foundation for naval architecture."
An instrument used to measure the density or specific gravity of liquids.
"The brewer used a hydrometer to test the sugar content of the solution."
Extreme or irrational fear of water; historically, another name for rabies.
"After being bitten by a stray dog, the man was treated for hydrophobia."
The branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids at rest.
"Hydrostatics is essential in understanding how dams and reservoirs function."
Containing water, especially water of crystallization.
"The mineral is hydrous because it contains water molecules in its structure."
Relating to the extreme north; very cold or frigid.
"The explorers prepared for the hyperborean climate of the Arctic."
The use of multiple systems and devices to remain constantly connected.
"The era of hyperconnectivity has led to a digital revolution."
Excessively or unreasonably critical.
"The teacher was often hypercritical of small mistakes."
a person who is excessively worried about having a serious illness
"She is a hypochondriac who visits the doctor every week."
relating to the region immediately beneath the skin; also refers to a type of needle or syringe used to inject drugs beneath the skin.
"The doctor used a hypodermic needle to administer the vaccine."
to pledge something, such as property, as security for a debt without giving up possession of it.
"The company hypothecated its assets to secure the loan."
