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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]