Arabic numeral |
any of the symbols for the numbers zero through nine; 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. |
arable |
capable of being farmed. |
Aral Sea |
formerly, a very large, single lake in Central Asia. Once one of the world's largest lakes, the Aral Sea has lost a great deal of its water in recent times and it has divided into separate parts. The southeastern part of the Aral Sea has become entirely dry and is called a desert now. |
arbitrary |
resulting from personal opinions, wishes, or feelings instead of from a rule or reason. |
arbitrate |
to make a decision about or settle. [2 definitions] |
arbor1 |
a shady area made by arranging trees and bushes or by growing vines on a frame. |
arbour |
a spelling of "arbor" used in Canada and Britain. See "arbor" for more information. |
arc |
any curved line; anything shaped like a bow or curve. |
arcade |
a row of arches connected to form a passageway. [2 definitions] |
arch1 |
a curved structure made out of stone or brick and used to span an open space such as a door. [4 definitions] |
arch- |
a prefix that means "main" or "most important." |
archaeological |
of or relating to archaeology. Archaeology is the study of human life as it existed a very long time ago. |
archaeologist |
a scientist who works in the field of archaeology, the study of past human life and culture. |
archaeology |
the study of past human life. An archaeologist digs up and then studies objects such as pottery, tools, and buildings. |
archaic |
of or pertaining to ancient times. [3 definitions] |
archbishop |
a bishop of the highest rank. |
archeology |
another spelling for archaeology. |
archer |
a person who uses a bow and arrow. |
archery |
the sport or practice of shooting with a bow and arrow. |
archipelago |
a group of islands. |
architect |
a person who designs buildings and directs their construction. |