Vocabulary Words
building
A1noun, verb
(of source code) To be converted into software by compilation, usually with minimal human intervention. (+10 more)
bulb
A2noun, verb
A bulbous protuberance at the forefoot of certain vessels to reduce turbulence. (+6 more)
bulimia
B2noun
A chronic eating disorder characterized by a binge-and-purge cycle - extreme overeating followed by self-induced vomiting.
bum
B2adjective, interjection, noun, verb
(sometimes derogatory) A homeless person, usually a man. (+22 more)
bump
B1noun, verb
(of a superheated liquid) To suddenly boil, causing movement of the vessel and loss of liquid. (+28 more)
bureaucracy
B2noun
(organizational theory) A system of administration based upon organisation into bureaus, division of labour, a hierarchy of authority, etc., designed to dispose of a large body of work in a routine manner. (+3 more)
burglar
B1noun, verb
A person who breaks in to premises with the intent of committing theft (+2 more)
burglary
B2noun
The crime of unlawfully breaking into a vehicle, house, store, or other enclosure with the intent to steal.