英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
a thick mass of coagulated liquid, especially blood; to form such a mass.
"The doctor removed a blood clot from the patient."
fabric or material made by weaving or knitting fibers
"The table was covered with a white cloth."
to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing
"She clothed the baby in warm garments."
garments worn on the body
"She bought new clothes for the party."
An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure
"I need to use the clothes iron to make my shirt look neat for the meeting."
a person or company that makes, sells, or deals in clothes.
"The town’s clothier displayed fine suits in his shop window."
items worn to cover the body; apparel collectively
"Warm clothing is essential in winter."
a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote.
"The Senate invoked cloture to end the lengthy debate."
a visible mass of condensed water vapor in the sky; to make something less clear
"Dark clouds gathered before the storm."
a sudden and very heavy rainfall
"The picnic was ruined by a sudden cloudburst."
influence or power, especially in politics or business
"The businessman has a lot of political clout."
aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice
"She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor."
a comic entertainer who wears funny clothes and makeup
"The clown made the children laugh with his tricks."
too sweet, rich, or sentimental, making it unpleasant
"The dessert was so cloying that I couldn't finish it."
an organization of people with a common interest; also a place for social gatherings or entertainment
"He joined the local tennis club to meet new people."
a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle
"The detective found a clue near the window."
awkward in movement or lacking skill
"He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time."
a group of similar things or people positioned close together
"The grapes grew in a tight cluster."
the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation
"The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique."
a person who trains or instructs others in a sport or skill; or to give training to someone
"The coach helped the players improve their skills."
a person who drives a horse-drawn carriage or coach
"The coachman skillfully guided the horses through the busy streets."
a person who helps or assists another, especially in a religious or official capacity
"The bishop appointed a coadjutor to assist him with his duties."
a substance that causes blood or another liquid to clot
"The doctor applied a coagulant to stop the bleeding quickly."
to cause a liquid, especially blood, to change into a solid or semi-solid state
"The blood quickly coagulated after the cut."
a black or dark brown rock used as fuel, formed from decomposed plant matter
"The factory still uses coal as its main source of energy."
to come together to form one whole or unite into a single entity
"The two political parties decided to coalesce for the election."
the process of coming together to form a single whole
"The coalescence of different cultures created a rich and diverse society."
a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action
"Several parties formed a coalition to pass the new law."
Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.
"The fabric felt coarse to the touch."
noun: the land along the edge of the sea; verb: to move easily without effort or power
"They walked along the coast enjoying the sea breeze."
relating to or near a coast or shoreline
"They built a resort in a coastal area."
an outer garment worn outdoors, or a layer covering something
"She wore a red coat to keep warm in the winter."
A thin layer or covering spread over a surface.
"The cake had a thick coating of chocolate."
to persuade someone gently or gradually to do something
"She managed to coax the cat out of the tree with some food."
a person who repairs shoes and other leather goods
"The cobbler fixed my broken shoes perfectly."
a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened
"The cobra raised its hood and hissed at the intruder."
a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves
"He was arrested for possessing cocaine."
a rosette or knot of ribbon, usually worn on a hat as a badge of office or party
"The soldier wore a red cockade on his cap."
a large parrot with a prominent crest that can be raised or lowered
"The white cockatoo raised its beautiful crest."
a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places
"A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly."
a tropical plant with bright, velvety flowers that resemble a rooster's comb
"The bright red cockscomb flowers added vibrant color to the garden bed."
a mixed drink typically containing alcohol and other ingredients.
"She ordered a cocktail at the bar."
a large brown seed with hard shell containing white flesh and coconut water
"We drank coconut water directly from the coconut."
A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food
"The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic."
to treat someone with excessive care or kindness, often in a way that is overprotective
"Parents should support their children without coddling them."
a legal document that makes changes or additions to an existing will
"He added a codicil to his will to include his granddaughter."
to arrange laws, rules, or ideas into a clear and systematic code
"The committee worked to codify the existing laws."
