| aerobics |
(used with a singular or plural verb) a form of exercise that works the heart and lungs to help the body use oxygen better. Running, swimming, biking, or dance are forms of aerobics. |
| antelope |
an animal with horns, a long neck, long legs, and hooves. Antelopes are known for their fast running. Antelopes are mammals that eat plants and chew their cud. The smallest kind of antelope is only one foot tall; the largest antelope is six feet tall at the shoulder. Gazelles, gnus, and impalas are all antelopes. Most antelopes live in Africa; some also live in Asia. [1/2 definitions] |
| arroyo |
a steep ditch carved in a plain or desert by the force of running water. Arroyos are usually dry except after a heavy rainfall. |
| associate |
a person who is active with others in running a business enterprise; partner. [1/6 definitions] |
| candle |
a stick of wax with a wick running through the middle that is burned to give light. |
| checkup |
an examination of a person or thing to discover if there are any problems. Having a doctor look closely at one's body to make sure one is healthy is one kind of checkup. Having a mechanic look at a car to make sure it is running properly is another kind of checkup. |
| fugitive |
a person who is escaping or running away. |
| gait |
a way of walking or running. |
| gas station |
a place where gas, oil, and other supplies for running a car can be bought; filling station; service station. |
| gulch |
a rocky valley with steep sides. A gulch sometimes has a stream running through it. |
| gully |
a deep cut or ditch in the land made by running water. |
| jog1 |
a slow, steady running pace. [1/4 definitions] |
| lariat |
a long rope with a sliding loop at one end. It is used to catch running animals such as cattle or horses. |
| lasso |
a long rope with a sliding loop on one end; lariat. It is used to catch running animals such as cattle or horses. [1/2 definitions] |
| lavatory |
a sink or basin for washing or bathing. It usually has running water. [1/2 definitions] |
| lope |
a way of running or cantering that is graceful and easy. [1/2 definitions] |
| on |
running or in process. [1/20 definitions] |
| operate |
to control the running of. [1/3 definitions] |
| operation |
the act or process of working or running. [2/4 definitions] |
| overhead |
the general expenses of a business. Money spent for heat, rent, electricity, or taxes is part of the overhead of running a business. [1/3 definitions] |
| platform |
the stated ideas and goals of a political party or person running for public office. [1/3 definitions] |