appendicitis |
a painful infection of the appendix. |
appendix |
a section at the end of a book or magazine article that gives more information. [2 definitions] |
appetite |
a desire to eat. [2 definitions] |
appetizer |
a small amount of food served before the main course of a meal. |
appetizing |
pleasing to the appetite. |
applaud |
to clap the hands in approval. [2 definitions] |
applause |
the clapping of hands in approval. [2 definitions] |
apple |
a firm, round fruit with juicy white flesh and red, green, or yellow skin. [2 definitions] |
applesauce |
a sweet sauce made by cooking apples until they are soft. |
appliance |
a device used for a particular purpose. Stoves, refrigerators, toasters, vacuum cleaners, and room heaters are some appliances used in the home. Most applicances use electricity. |
applicable |
relevant or appropriate to a given situation; capable of being applied. |
applicant |
a person who applies for something, such as a job. |
application |
the act of putting to use. [4 definitions] |
apply |
to make use of or put to use. [5 definitions] |
appoint |
to name to a particular office or duty. [2 definitions] |
appointment |
the act of choosing or naming for an office or duty. [3 definitions] |
appraise |
to judge the quality or nature of. [2 definitions] |
appreciate |
to be grateful for or to. [4 definitions] |
appreciation |
a feeling of thanks. [3 definitions] |
apprehend |
to catch and place under arrest. [2 definitions] |
apprehension |
fear about what may happen. [3 definitions] |