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deficiency the condition or quality of not having something that is needed or required.
deficient lacking something needed. [2 definitions]
deficit The amount by which something is less than what is needed. A deficit of money is caused by spending more than has been taken in.
define to explain or state the meaning of. [2 definitions]
definite clear or exact. [2 definitions]
definite article the article "the" in English grammar. The definite article is used with a noun when one is referring to something that is already known or has already been talked about.
definitely without a doubt; certainly.
definition the statement of the meaning of a word or phrase.
deflate to cause to shrink or collapse by letting out air or gas. [3 definitions]
deflect to turn aside.
deforestation the act or process of cutting down the trees of a forest.
deform to damage the shape or form of.
defrost to remove frost or ice from. [2 definitions]
deft skillful, quick, and clever in action.
defy to refuse to obey. [3 definitions]
degrade to bring down from a higher to a lower rank or degree by taking away a position or title. [4 definitions]
degree a stage or step in a course of action. [4 definitions]
dehydrate to remove water from in order to preserve. [2 definitions]
dehydration a serious physical condition in which one's body has lost a great deal of water. It can happen to both humans and animals if they do not get enough water.
deity a god or goddess. [2 definitions]
dejected in low spirits; sad.