Vocabulary Words

noun, verb

(ditransitive) To decide that, to discover that, to form the opinion that. (+24 more)

adjective, adverb, noun, verb

(usually in the plural) Something that is fine (+39 more)

adverb

In a fine, handsome or attractive way (+2 more)

noun, verb

(especially in the phrase 'give someone the finger') An obscene or insulting gesture made by raising one's middle finger towards someone with the palm of one's hand facing inwards. (+20 more)

noun

The hard, flat translucent covering near the tip of a human finger, useful for scratching and fine manipulation.

noun, verb

A finishing touch (+13 more)

adjective, noun, verb

(computer sciences, software engineering) To initiate an event (by means of an event handler). (+40 more)

noun

A group of people within a corporation or industrial site, organized for the purpose of putting out fires, usually in addition to their normal job. (+1 more)

noun

The building where firefighters and fire trucks/fire engines are housed when not answering an alarm.

noun

A personal weapon that uses explosive powder to propel a projectile often made of lead.

noun

A person who puts out fires.

noun

An open hearth for holding a fire at the base of a chimney.

noun

A device using gunpowder and other chemicals which, when lit, emits a combination of coloured flames, sparks, whistles or bangs, and sometimes made to rocket high into the sky before exploding, used for entertainment or celebration.

adjective, noun, verb

A business enterprise, however organized. (+15 more)

adverb

(manner) In a firm or definite or strong manner. (+1 more)

noun

The state of being firm (+5 more)

adjective, adverb, noun

A first-class honours degree. (+20 more)

noun

The floor of a building at the level of the street or surrounding ground (+2 more)

noun

The leading woman in a specified field of endeavor. (+3 more)

noun

The first language one is taught to speak (+2 more)

noun

The first element of a full name in cultures that place the given name first.

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