|
|
Reverse Search
Reverse Search allows you to search within the full text of dictionary entries for words, word parts, and phrases.
Search for entries that contain:
Exact matches of any of the individual words entered in the search box.
Example: Searching for "apple orange" identifies all entries that contain the word "apple" or the word "orange."
Any form of any of the individual words entered in the search box.
Example: Searching for "apple orange" identifies all entries that contain the word "apple" or "apples" or "orange" or "oranges."
Exact matches of all of the individual words entered in the search box.
Example: Searching for "apple orange" identifies all entries that contain the word "apple" and the word "orange."
The exact sequence of words and/or characters entered in the search box (for example, a fragment of a word, a single word, multiple words, or even a phrase containing punctuation)
Example: Searching for "a variety of apple" identifies all entries that contain that phrase. Searching for "app" identifies all entries that contain the letters "app," such as occurrences of "apple," "application," and "apply."
Search within these fields:
Optional:
Limit by part of speech:
| buckle |
A buckle is a metal thing used to hold together the ends of a belt or to secure a strap. A shoe often has a strap that uses a buckle. [2/3 definitions] |
| conveyor belt |
a mechanical moving strap that carries things from one place to another. |
| hobble |
to control by tying a rope or strap around two legs of. [2/5 definitions] |
| seat belt |
a strap or belt that holds a person in the seat of a car, airplane, or other vehicle. Seat belts protect people against a sudden stop or crash. |
| strap |
a thin, flat strip of material used to fasten or hold objects together or in position. Straps often have a buckle at one end. [2/3 definitions] |
| tab |
a small loop, strap, or flap, used for pulling, hanging, or opening. [1/2 definitions] |
| thong |
a sandal held on the foot by a narrow leather, rubber, or plastic strap that passes between the first and second toes. [1/2 definitions] |
| whip |
to strike or beat with quick, repeated strokes with a long, thin strap, or a rod. [2/7 definitions] |
| wrist watch |
a watch on a strap or band that is worn around the wrist. |
|
|