| field |
an area of special activity or interest. [1/5 definitions] |
| floppy disk |
a thin plastic disk with a special coating, on which computer information can be stored; diskette. |
| gift |
a special talent, quality, or ability. [1/2 definitions] |
| gifted |
having a special talent or ability. |
| god |
a being that is worshipped and believed to have special powers over nature or life. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed in the existence of many gods and goddesses. [1/2 definitions] |
| goggles |
a special pair of glasses with a secure frame that one wears over one's eyes to protect them from harsh or dangerous things, such as dust, wind, sparks, or hazardous chemicals. |
| golden |
very special or excellent. [1/3 definitions] |
| golf |
a game played on a large outdoor course with small holes in the ground spaced far apart. Players use a set of special clubs to hit a small white ball into each of the series of holes. There are nine or eighteen holes in a golf course. The object of the game is to get the ball into each hole using as few strokes as possible. [1/2 definitions] |
| gown |
a dress worn on special occasions. [1/2 definitions] |
| green thumb |
a special skill to make plants grow well. |
| ground1 |
(often plural) a piece of land that has a special purpose. [1/9 definitions] |
| gymnastics |
(used with a plural verb) physical exercises used to develop and show strength, control, and agility. Gymnastics are often done with the aid of special equipment, such as bars and ropes. [1/2 definitions] |
| Hanukkah |
a Jewish festival that runs for eight days in December in which a special candle is lit each night. Hanukkah celebrates the anniversary of the dedication of the temple at Jerusalem and the miracle of the lamp. |
| homely |
not fancy or special; simple. [1/3 definitions] |
| honor |
a special award. [2/8 definitions] |
| institute |
a college teaching a special subject matter, such as art or technology. [1/4 definitions] |
| instrument |
a tool or mechanical device used for special work. [1/2 definitions] |
| jargon1 |
special words or language used by a particular group or to describe a particular interest. |
| jewel |
a special stone that has been cut and made smooth; gem. Jewels are used to make jewelry and ornaments. [1/2 definitions] |
| key1 |
a metal object cut in a special way to open or close locks. [1/6 definitions] |
| laboratory |
a place for science students to experiment, make observations, and practice scientific techniques, or a place equipped with special technology for various students to use as an aid to learning. [1/3 definitions] |