| a1 |
the first letter of the English alphabet. [6 definitions] |
| a2 |
any one of a group or kind. [3 definitions] |
| a3 |
in every or in each; for every or for each. |
| a-1 |
on; at; into; to. |
| a-2 |
used as an intensifier. [3 definitions] |
| aardvark |
a nocturnal mammal of southern Africa that has a long snout, long ears, and powerful claws for digging, and that feeds on ants using its extensile tongue. |
| abacus |
a device used to make arithmetic calculations, consisting of a frame with parallel rods or grooves that hold movable counters such as beads. |
| abalone |
a large edible marine snail, the shell of which is lined with mother-of-pearl. |
| abandon |
to leave (someone or something) with no intention of returning or taking up possession again. [6 definitions] |
| abandoned |
left forever; deserted. [2 definitions] |
| abate |
to become less in amount, degree, or intensity; subside. [3 definitions] |
| abbey |
a monastery or convent, or the buildings that compose it. |
| abbreviate |
to reduce in length or duration. [2 definitions] |
| abbreviation |
a shortened form of a word or phrase used in writing. [2 definitions] |
| abdicate |
to formally relinquish a position of power, a claim, or a right. [3 definitions] |
| abdomen |
in vertebrates, the part of the body between the chest and the pelvis, where most of the digestive organs are located. [2 definitions] |
| abduct |
to carry off or lead away, esp. by force; kidnap. [2 definitions] |
| abide |
to stay; remain. [6 definitions] |
| abide by |
to comply with; agree to. |
| ability |
the capacity or power to do something; quality of being able. [2 definitions] |
| ablaze |
on fire; burning. [2 definitions] |