anthropology |
the scientific study of humankind. People who study anthropology learn about the origins and development of human beings and their societies and customs. |
applicant |
a person who applies for something, such as a job. |
appointment |
a position held by one who is appointed. [1/3 definitions] |
apprentice |
someone who works for somebody else to learn that person's skill or trade. [1/2 definitions] |
Arab |
a person who was born in or is a citizen of an Arabian country. [1/4 definitions] |
Arabian |
a person who was born in or is a citizen of Arabia; Arab. [1/3 definitions] |
archaeologist |
a scientist who works in the field of archaeology, the study of past human life and culture. |
archer |
a person who uses a bow and arrow. |
architect |
a person who designs buildings and directs their construction. |
-ard |
a suffix that means one who does something too much or too often. |
argument |
a discussion by people who disagree. [1/2 definitions] |
aristocracy |
a class of people who have a high social position because of the family they are born into. Members of the aristocracy are usually richer and have more privileges than other members of society. [2 definitions] |
artificial respiration |
the forcing of air into and out of the lungs of a person who has stopped breathing. |
artisan |
a person skilled in making things, especially by using the hands. People such as those who make furniture, quilts, or other crafts are artisans. |
artist |
a person who is good at painting, music, writing, or any other art. [2 definitions] |
Asian |
a person who was born in or is a citizen of a country in Asia. [1/2 definitions] |
ass |
a person who acts or appears stupid or silly. [1/2 definitions] |
assassin |
a person who murders for money or for political reasons. |
assistant |
a person who gives help, aid, or assistance. |
associate |
a person who is active with others in running a business enterprise; partner. [1/6 definitions] |
astronomer |
a scientist who studies the universe beyond the earth. |