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-physis
The word morpheme -physis (φύσις) occurs at the ends of some anatomical names, usually of projecting parts of bones, and in some names of animals (e.g.
The word morpheme -physis (φύσις) occurs at the ends of some anatomical names, usually of projecting parts of bones, and in some names of animals (e.g.
Absinthe
Absinthe is historically described as a distilled, highly alcoholic (45–74% ABV / 90-148 proof) beverage.
Absinthe is historically described as a distilled, highly alcoholic (45–74% ABV / 90-148 proof) beverage.
Academia
Academia is the community of students and scholars engaged in higher education and research.
Academia is the community of students and scholars engaged in higher education and research.
Academy
An academy (Greek Ἀκαδημία) is an institution of higher learning, research, or honorary membership.
An academy (Greek Ἀκαδημία) is an institution of higher learning, research, or honorary membership.
Acne vulgaris
Acne vulgaris (or cystic acne) is a common human skin disease, characterized by areas of skin with seborrhea (scaly red skin), comedones (blackheads and whiteheads), papules (pinheads), pu...
Acne vulgaris (or cystic acne) is a common human skin disease, characterized by areas of skin with seborrhea (scaly red skin), comedones (blackheads and whiteheads), papules (pinheads), pu...
Acolouthia
Acolouthia, (Greek: ἀκολουθία, "a following"; Slavonic: posledovanie) in the Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches, signifies the arrangement of the Divine Services (Canonical Hours...
Acolouthia, (Greek: ἀκολουθία, "a following"; Slavonic: posledovanie) in the Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches, signifies the arrangement of the Divine Services (Canonical Hours...
Acoustics
A scientist who works in the field of acoustics is an acoustician while someone working in the field of acoustics technology may be called an acoustical engineer.
A scientist who works in the field of acoustics is an acoustician while someone working in the field of acoustics technology may be called an acoustical engineer.
Acrobatics
Acrobatics is the performance of extraordinary feats of balance, agility and motor coordination.
Acrobatics is the performance of extraordinary feats of balance, agility and motor coordination.
Aesthetics
Aesthetics is a branch of philosophy dealing with the nature of beauty, art, and taste, and with the creation and appreciation of beauty.
Aesthetics is a branch of philosophy dealing with the nature of beauty, art, and taste, and with the creation and appreciation of beauty.
Agape
Agape or Aghapy as per the Christian Egyptians Coptic language ( or ; Classical Greek:, agápē; Modern Greek: αγάπη ) is one of the Greek words translated into English as love, one which beca...
Agape or Aghapy as per the Christian Egyptians Coptic language ( or ; Classical Greek:, agápē; Modern Greek: αγάπη ) is one of the Greek words translated into English as love, one which beca...
Agate
Agate is a microcrystalline variety of quartz (silica), chiefly chalcedony, characterised by its fineness of grain and brightness of color.
Agate is a microcrystalline variety of quartz (silica), chiefly chalcedony, characterised by its fineness of grain and brightness of color.
Agnosia
Agnosia is a loss of ability to recognize objects, persons, sounds, shapes, or smells while the specific sense is not defective nor is there any significant memory loss.
Agnosia is a loss of ability to recognize objects, persons, sounds, shapes, or smells while the specific sense is not defective nor is there any significant memory loss.
Alabaster
Alabaster is a name applied to varieties of two distinct minerals, when used as a material: gypsum (a hydrous sulfate of calcium) and calcite (a carbonate of calcium).
Alabaster is a name applied to varieties of two distinct minerals, when used as a material: gypsum (a hydrous sulfate of calcium) and calcite (a carbonate of calcium).
Alabastron
An alabastron (from Greek ἀλάβαστρον; plural: alabastra or alabastrons) is a type of pottery used in the ancient world for holding oil, especially perfume or massage oils.
An alabastron (from Greek ἀλάβαστρον; plural: alabastra or alabastrons) is a type of pottery used in the ancient world for holding oil, especially perfume or massage oils.
Aletheia (mythology)
The word Aletheia (Ancient Greek: ) was the ancient Greek word for truth.
The word Aletheia (Ancient Greek: ) was the ancient Greek word for truth.
Allegory
Allegory is a demonstrative form of representation explaining meaning other than the words that are spoken.
Allegory is a demonstrative form of representation explaining meaning other than the words that are spoken.
Alpha and Omega
The term Alpha and Omega comes from the phrase "I am the alpha and the omega" (Koiné Greek: τὸ Α καὶ τὸ Ω), an appellation of Jesus in the Book of Revelation (verses 1:8, 21:6, and 22:13).
The term Alpha and Omega comes from the phrase "I am the alpha and the omega" (Koiné Greek: τὸ Α καὶ τὸ Ω), an appellation of Jesus in the Book of Revelation (verses 1:8, 21:6, and 22:13).
Amaranth
Amaranthus shows a wide variety of morphological diversity among and even within certain species.
Amaranthus shows a wide variety of morphological diversity among and even within certain species.
Amnesia
Amnesia (from Greek ') is a condition in which one's memory is lost.
Amnesia (from Greek ') is a condition in which one's memory is lost.
Amphitheatre
An amphitheatre (or amphitheater) is an open-air venue used for entertainment and performances.
An amphitheatre (or amphitheater) is an open-air venue used for entertainment and performances.
Anacrusis
In poetry, an anacrusis is the lead-in syllables, collectively, that precede the first full measure.
In poetry, an anacrusis is the lead-in syllables, collectively, that precede the first full measure.
Anagnorisis
Anagnorisis is a moment in a play or other work when a character makes a critical discovery.
Anagnorisis is a moment in a play or other work when a character makes a critical discovery.
Analgesic
An analgesic (also known as a painkiller) is any member of the group of drugs used to relieve pain (achieve analgesia).
An analgesic (also known as a painkiller) is any member of the group of drugs used to relieve pain (achieve analgesia).
Analogy
Analogy is a cognitive process of transferring information or meaning from a particular subject to another particular subject, and a linguistic expression corresponding to such a process.
Analogy is a cognitive process of transferring information or meaning from a particular subject to another particular subject, and a linguistic expression corresponding to such a process.
Analysis
Analysis is the process of breaking a complex topic or substance into smaller parts to gain a better understanding of it.
Analysis is the process of breaking a complex topic or substance into smaller parts to gain a better understanding of it.
Analytic
Generally speaking, analytic refers to the "having the ability to analyze" or "division into elements or principles.
Generally speaking, analytic refers to the "having the ability to analyze" or "division into elements or principles.
Anarchism
Anarchism is a political philosophy which considers the state undesirable, unnecessary, and harmful, and instead promotes a stateless society, or anarchy.
Anarchism is a political philosophy which considers the state undesirable, unnecessary, and harmful, and instead promotes a stateless society, or anarchy.
Anarchist
Anarchism is a political philosophy which considers the state undesirable, unnecessary, and harmful, and instead promotes a stateless society, or anarchy.
Anarchism is a political philosophy which considers the state undesirable, unnecessary, and harmful, and instead promotes a stateless society, or anarchy.
Anatomy
Anatomy is a branch of biology and medicine that is the consideration of the structure of living things.
Anatomy is a branch of biology and medicine that is the consideration of the structure of living things.
Anchor
An anchor is a device, normally made of metal, that is used to connect a vessel to the bed of a body of water to prevent the vessel from drifting due to wind or current.
An anchor is a device, normally made of metal, that is used to connect a vessel to the bed of a body of water to prevent the vessel from drifting due to wind or current.
Anemia
Anemia (; also spelled anaemia and anæmia; from Greek ', meaning lack of blood) is a decrease in number of red blood cells (RBCs) or less than the normal quantity of hemoglob...
Anemia (; also spelled anaemia and anæmia; from Greek ', meaning lack of blood) is a decrease in number of red blood cells (RBCs) or less than the normal quantity of hemoglob...
Antagonist
An antagonist (from Greek ἀνταγωνιστής - antagonistes, "opponent, competitor, enemy, rival") is a character, group of characters, or institution, that represents the opposition against w...
An antagonist (from Greek ἀνταγωνιστής - antagonistes, "opponent, competitor, enemy, rival") is a character, group of characters, or institution, that represents the opposition against w...
Antanaclasis
In rhetoric, antanaclasis ( or ; from the ἀντανάκλασις, antanáklasis, meaning "reflection") is the stylistic trope of repeating a single word, but with a different meaning each time.
In rhetoric, antanaclasis ( or ; from the ἀντανάκλασις, antanáklasis, meaning "reflection") is the stylistic trope of repeating a single word, but with a different meaning each time.
Anthropology
Anthropology is a social science that deals with the origins, physical and cultural development, biological characteristics, and social customs and beliefs of humankind.
Anthropology is a social science that deals with the origins, physical and cultural development, biological characteristics, and social customs and beliefs of humankind.
Anthropomorphism
Anthropomorphism is a term coined in the mid 1700s to refer to any attribution of human characteristics (or characteristics assumed or believed by some to belong only to humans) to non-human ani...
Anthropomorphism is a term coined in the mid 1700s to refer to any attribution of human characteristics (or characteristics assumed or believed by some to belong only to humans) to non-human ani...
Antibacterial
AntibacterialAn antibacterial is a compound or substance that kills or slows down the growth of bacteria.
AntibacterialAn antibacterial is a compound or substance that kills or slows down the growth of bacteria.
Antichrist
The term or title antichrist, in Christian theology, refers to a leader who fulfills Biblical prophecies concerning an adversary of Christ, while resembling him in a deceptive manner.
The term or title antichrist, in Christian theology, refers to a leader who fulfills Biblical prophecies concerning an adversary of Christ, while resembling him in a deceptive manner.
Antichthones
Antichthones, in geography, are those peoples who inhabit the antipodes, countries on opposite sides of the Earth.
Antichthones, in geography, are those peoples who inhabit the antipodes, countries on opposite sides of the Earth.
Antigentilism
Antigentilism is a form of xenophobia which may occur as one response to long Jewish experience of Gentile antisemitism.Hiram Collins Haydn Words & faces 1974 ".
Antigentilism is a form of xenophobia which may occur as one response to long Jewish experience of Gentile antisemitism.Hiram Collins Haydn Words & faces 1974 ".
Antilegomena
Antilegomena, (Greek ), are those Christian writings that were "disputed", or literally those works which have been "spoken against".
Antilegomena, (Greek ), are those Christian writings that were "disputed", or literally those works which have been "spoken against".
Antipodes
In geography, the antipodes (; from Greek: ἀντίποδες, from anti- "opposed" and pous "foot") of any place on Earth is the point on the Earth's surface which is diametrically opposite to it.
In geography, the antipodes (; from Greek: ἀντίποδες, from anti- "opposed" and pous "foot") of any place on Earth is the point on the Earth's surface which is diametrically opposite to it.
Antiseptic
Antiseptics (from Greek ἀντί - anti, '"against" + σηπτικός - sēptikos, "putrefactive") are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of in...
Antiseptics (from Greek ἀντί - anti, '"against" + σηπτικός - sēptikos, "putrefactive") are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of in...
Antithesis
Antithesis (Greek for "setting opposite", from "against" + "position") is a counter-proposition and denotes a direct contrast to the original proposition.
Antithesis (Greek for "setting opposite", from "against" + "position") is a counter-proposition and denotes a direct contrast to the original proposition.
Antlia
Antlia (from Ancient Greek ἀντλία) is a constellation in the southern sky.
Antlia (from Ancient Greek ἀντλία) is a constellation in the southern sky.
Apathy
Apathy (also called impassivity or perfunctoriness) is a state of indifference, or the suppression of emotions such as concern, excitement, motivation and passion.
Apathy (also called impassivity or perfunctoriness) is a state of indifference, or the suppression of emotions such as concern, excitement, motivation and passion.
Apeiron (cosmology)
Apeiron (ἄπειρον) is a Greek word meaning unlimited, infinite or indefinite from ἀ- a-, "without" and πεῖραρ peirar, "end, limit", the Ionic Greek form of πέρας peras, "e...
Apeiron (ἄπειρον) is a Greek word meaning unlimited, infinite or indefinite from ἀ- a-, "without" and πεῖραρ peirar, "end, limit", the Ionic Greek form of πέρας peras, "e...
Aphorism
An aphorism (literally "distinction" or "definition", from the, aphorismós, from, apo + horizein, "from/to bound") is an original thought, spoken or written in a laconic and memorable form.
An aphorism (literally "distinction" or "definition", from the, aphorismós, from, apo + horizein, "from/to bound") is an original thought, spoken or written in a laconic and memorable form.
Apocalypse
An Apocalypse is a disclosure of something hidden from the majority of mankind in an era dominated by falsehood and misconception, i.e. the veil to be lifted.
An Apocalypse is a disclosure of something hidden from the majority of mankind in an era dominated by falsehood and misconception, i.e. the veil to be lifted.
Apocrypha
The term apocrypha is used with various meanings, including "hidden", "esoteric", "spurious", "of questionable authenticity", ancient Chinese "revealed texts and objects" and "Christian text...
The term apocrypha is used with various meanings, including "hidden", "esoteric", "spurious", "of questionable authenticity", ancient Chinese "revealed texts and objects" and "Christian text...
Apotheosis
Apotheosis is cool (from Greek ἀποθέωσις from ἀποθεοῦν, apotheoun "to deify"; in Latin deificatio "making divine") is the glorification of a subject to divine level.
Apotheosis is cool (from Greek ἀποθέωσις from ἀποθεοῦν, apotheoun "to deify"; in Latin deificatio "making divine") is the glorification of a subject to divine level.
Apotome
Apotome (ἀποτοµή) is an archaic mathematical term which, according to Webster's 1828 Dictionary, is the difference of two quantities that are commensurable only in power.
Apotome (ἀποτοµή) is an archaic mathematical term which, according to Webster's 1828 Dictionary, is the difference of two quantities that are commensurable only in power.
Archaeology
Archaeology, or archeology, is the study of human society, primarily through the recovery and analysis of the material culture and environmental data that they have left behind, which incl...
Archaeology, or archeology, is the study of human society, primarily through the recovery and analysis of the material culture and environmental data that they have left behind, which incl...
Archaeopteryx
Archaeopteryx, sometimes referred to by its German name Urvogel ("original bird" or "first bird"), is a genus of theropod dinosaur that is closely related to birds.
Archaeopteryx, sometimes referred to by its German name Urvogel ("original bird" or "first bird"), is a genus of theropod dinosaur that is closely related to birds.
Archangel
Archangel Archangel literally means 'First Angel', 'Head Angel', 'Chief Messenger', or 'THE WORD'.
Archangel Archangel literally means 'First Angel', 'Head Angel', 'Chief Messenger', or 'THE WORD'.
Archetype
An archetype is a universally understood symbol or term or pattern of behavior, a prototype upon which others are copied, patterned, or emulated.
An archetype is a universally understood symbol or term or pattern of behavior, a prototype upon which others are copied, patterned, or emulated.
Archipelago
An archipelago is a chain or cluster of islands, sometimes use the terms islands or island group.
An archipelago is a chain or cluster of islands, sometimes use the terms islands or island group.
Architecture
Architecture (Latin architectura, from the Greek ἀρχιτέκτων – arkhitekton, from ἀρχι- "chief" and τέκτων "builder, carpenter, mason") is both the process and product of planning, designing...
Architecture (Latin architectura, from the Greek ἀρχιτέκτων – arkhitekton, from ἀρχι- "chief" and τέκτων "builder, carpenter, mason") is both the process and product of planning, designing...
Archosaur
Archosaurs are a group of diapsid amniotes whose living representatives consist of modern birds and crocodilians.
Archosaurs are a group of diapsid amniotes whose living representatives consist of modern birds and crocodilians.
Arcturus
Arcturus (; α Boo, α Boötis, Alpha Boötis) is the brightest star in the constellation Boötes.
Arcturus (; α Boo, α Boötis, Alpha Boötis) is the brightest star in the constellation Boötes.
Arete
Arete (; Greek: ), in its basic sense, means excellence of any kind.
Arete (; Greek: ), in its basic sense, means excellence of any kind.
Artery
Arteries (from the Greek ἀρτηρία - artēria, "windpipe, artery") are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.
Arteries (from the Greek ἀρτηρία - artēria, "windpipe, artery") are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.
Arthralgia
Arthralgia literally means joint pain; it is a symptom of injury, infection, illnesses or an allergic reaction to medication.
Arthralgia literally means joint pain; it is a symptom of injury, infection, illnesses or an allergic reaction to medication.
Asceticism
Asceticism describes a lifestyle characterized by abstinence from various sorts of worldly pleasures often with the aim of pursuing religious and spiritual goals.
Asceticism describes a lifestyle characterized by abstinence from various sorts of worldly pleasures often with the aim of pursuing religious and spiritual goals.
Asphalt
Asphalt is a sticky, black and highly viscous liquid or semi-solid that is present in most crude petroleums and in some natural deposits.
Asphalt is a sticky, black and highly viscous liquid or semi-solid that is present in most crude petroleums and in some natural deposits.
Asphyxia
Asphyxia or asphyxiation (from Greek α- "without" and σφύξις sphyxis, "heartbeat") is a condition of severely deficient supply of oxygen to the body that arises from being unable t...
Asphyxia or asphyxiation (from Greek α- "without" and σφύξις sphyxis, "heartbeat") is a condition of severely deficient supply of oxygen to the body that arises from being unable t...
Astrolabe
An astrolabe is an elaborate inclinometer, historically used by astronomers, navigators, and astrologers.
An astrolabe is an elaborate inclinometer, historically used by astronomers, navigators, and astrologers.
Asymptomatic
In medicine, a disease is considered asymptomatic if a patient is a carrier for a disease or infection but experiences no symptoms.
In medicine, a disease is considered asymptomatic if a patient is a carrier for a disease or infection but experiences no symptoms.
Ataxia
Ataxia (from Greek α- used as a negative prefix
+ -τάξις order
Meaning "lack of order"), better known as clumsiness, is a neurological sign and symptom that consists of gross ...
Ataxia (from Greek α- used as a negative prefix
+ -τάξις order
Meaning "lack of order"), better known as clumsiness, is a neurological sign and symptom that consists of gross ...
Atmosphere
An atmosphere is a layer of gases that may surround a material body of sufficient mass, and that is held in place by the gravity of the body.
An atmosphere is a layer of gases that may surround a material body of sufficient mass, and that is held in place by the gravity of the body.
Atom
The atom is a basic unit of matter that consists of a dense, central nucleus surrounded by a cloud of negatively charged electrons.
The atom is a basic unit of matter that consists of a dense, central nucleus surrounded by a cloud of negatively charged electrons.
Autocracy
An autocracy is a form of government in which one person is the supreme power within the state.
An autocracy is a form of government in which one person is the supreme power within the state.
Autotroph
An autotroph, or producer, is an organism that produces complex organic compounds from simple inorganic molecules using energy from light or inorganic chemical reactions.
An autotroph, or producer, is an organism that produces complex organic compounds from simple inorganic molecules using energy from light or inorganic chemical reactions.
Axiom
In traditional logic, an axiom or postulate is a proposition that is not proven or demonstrated but considered either to be self-evident or to define and delimit the realm of analysis.
In traditional logic, an axiom or postulate is a proposition that is not proven or demonstrated but considered either to be self-evident or to define and delimit the realm of analysis.
Azymes
Azymes is an archaic English word for the Jewish matzah, derived from the Greek word "ἄζυμος" (ázymos: "unleavened") for unfermented bread in Biblical times; the more accepted term in modern...
Azymes is an archaic English word for the Jewish matzah, derived from the Greek word "ἄζυμος" (ázymos: "unleavened") for unfermented bread in Biblical times; the more accepted term in modern...
Ballet
Ballet is a formalized kind of performance dance, which originated in the Italian Renaissance courts of the 15th century, and which was further developed in France, England, and Russia as a con...
Ballet is a formalized kind of performance dance, which originated in the Italian Renaissance courts of the 15th century, and which was further developed in France, England, and Russia as a con...
Ballista
The ballista (Latin, from Greek βαλλίστρα - ballistra and that from - βάλλω ballō, "throw"), plural ballistae, was an ancient missile weapon which launched a large projectile at a ...
The ballista (Latin, from Greek βαλλίστρα - ballistra and that from - βάλλω ballō, "throw"), plural ballistae, was an ancient missile weapon which launched a large projectile at a ...
Ballos
The Ballos Sirtos,, is one of the best known Greek folk dance island dances in Greece.
The Ballos Sirtos,, is one of the best known Greek folk dance island dances in Greece.
Baptism
In Christianity, baptism (from the Greek noun baptisma; itself derived from baptismos, ritual washing) is for the majority the rite of admission, almost invariably with the use of water,...
In Christianity, baptism (from the Greek noun baptisma; itself derived from baptismos, ritual washing) is for the majority the rite of admission, almost invariably with the use of water,...
Barbarian
Barbarian and Savage are pejorative terms used to refer to a person who is perceived to be uncivilized.
Barbarian and Savage are pejorative terms used to refer to a person who is perceived to be uncivilized.
Barbarians in Western cultures
Barbarian and Savage are pejorative terms used in Western culture to refer to a person who is perceived to be uncivilized.
Barbarian and Savage are pejorative terms used in Western culture to refer to a person who is perceived to be uncivilized.
Basileus
Basileus (Βασιλεύς, plural, basileis) is a Greek term and title that has signified various types of monarchs in history.
Basileus (Βασιλεύς, plural, basileis) is a Greek term and title that has signified various types of monarchs in history.
Basilica
The Latin word basilica (derived from Greek, βασιλική στοά, Royal Stoa, the tribunal chamber of a king), was originally used to describe a Roman public building, usually located in the...
The Latin word basilica (derived from Greek, βασιλική στοά, Royal Stoa, the tribunal chamber of a king), was originally used to describe a Roman public building, usually located in the...
Berenice
Berenice or Berenike (Greek:, Berenikē) is the Ancient Macedonian form for Attic Greek Φερενίκη (Pherenikē), meaning "bearer of victory", from φέρω (pherō) "to bear" +...
Berenice or Berenike (Greek:, Berenikē) is the Ancient Macedonian form for Attic Greek Φερενίκη (Pherenikē), meaning "bearer of victory", from φέρω (pherō) "to bear" +...
Bible
The Bible is any one of the collections of the primary religious texts of Judaism and Christianity.
The Bible is any one of the collections of the primary religious texts of Judaism and Christianity.
Biblical canon
A biblical canon, or canon of scripture, is a list of books considered to be authoritative as scripture by a particular religious community.
A biblical canon, or canon of scripture, is a list of books considered to be authoritative as scripture by a particular religious community.
Biology
Biology is a natural science concerned with the study of life and living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, distribution, and taxonomy.
Biology is a natural science concerned with the study of life and living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, distribution, and taxonomy.
Biorhythm
Biorhythm is an attempt to predict various aspects of a person's life through simple mathematical cycles.
Biorhythm is an attempt to predict various aspects of a person's life through simple mathematical cycles.
Bomb
A bomb is any of a range (short or long distance) of explosive weapons that only rely on the exothermic reaction of an explosive material to provide an extremely sudden and violent release of energy.
A bomb is any of a range (short or long distance) of explosive weapons that only rely on the exothermic reaction of an explosive material to provide an extremely sudden and violent release of energy.
Boustrophedon
Boustrophedon ( or ; from Greek βουστροφηδόν "ox-turning"—that is, turning like oxen in ploughing), is a type of bi-directional text, mostly seen in ancient manuscripts and other inscriptions.
Boustrophedon ( or ; from Greek βουστροφηδόν "ox-turning"—that is, turning like oxen in ploughing), is a type of bi-directional text, mostly seen in ancient manuscripts and other inscriptions.
Boutique
A boutique is a small shopping outlet, especially one that specializes in elite and fashionable items such as clothing and jewellery.
A boutique is a small shopping outlet, especially one that specializes in elite and fashionable items such as clothing and jewellery.
Box
Box describes a variety of containers and receptacles for permanent use as storage, or for temporary use often for transporting contents.
Box describes a variety of containers and receptacles for permanent use as storage, or for temporary use often for transporting contents.
Cannabis
Cannabis is a genus of flowering plants that includes three putative species, Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis.
Cannabis is a genus of flowering plants that includes three putative species, Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis.
Canonical
Canonical is the adjective for canon, a rule, and has come to mean also 'standard' or 'typical'.
Canonical is the adjective for canon, a rule, and has come to mean also 'standard' or 'typical'.
Capnomancy
Capnomancy (otherwise known as Libanomancy) signifies a method of divination using smoke.
Capnomancy (otherwise known as Libanomancy) signifies a method of divination using smoke.
Carat (mass)
The carat is a unit of mass equal to 200 mg (0.2 g; 0.007055 oz) and is used for measuring gemstones and pearls.
The carat is a unit of mass equal to 200 mg (0.2 g; 0.007055 oz) and is used for measuring gemstones and pearls.
Card
Card primarily refers to an entire or piece of card stock.
Card primarily refers to an entire or piece of card stock.
Cardamom
Cardamom (or Cardamon) refers to several plants of the genera Elettaria and Amomum in the ginger family Zingiberaceae.
Cardamom (or Cardamon) refers to several plants of the genera Elettaria and Amomum in the ginger family Zingiberaceae.
Catapult
A catapult is a device used to throw or hurl a projectile a great distance without the aid of explosive devices—particularly various types of ancient and medieval siege engines.
A catapult is a device used to throw or hurl a projectile a great distance without the aid of explosive devices—particularly various types of ancient and medieval siege engines.
Cataract
A cataract is a clouding that develops in the crystalline lens of the eye or in its envelope, varying in degree from slight to complete opacity and obstructing the passage of light.
A cataract is a clouding that develops in the crystalline lens of the eye or in its envelope, varying in degree from slight to complete opacity and obstructing the passage of light.
Catechism
A catechism is a summary or exposition of doctrine, traditionally used in Christian religious teaching from New Testament times to the present.
A catechism is a summary or exposition of doctrine, traditionally used in Christian religious teaching from New Testament times to the present.
Catharsis
Catharsis or katharsis (κάθαρσις) is a Greek word meaning "cleansing" or "purging".
Catharsis or katharsis (κάθαρσις) is a Greek word meaning "cleansing" or "purging".
Cathetus
In a right triangle, the cathetus (originally from the Greek word Κάθετος; plural: catheti), commonly known as a leg, is either of the sides that are adjacent to the right angle.
In a right triangle, the cathetus (originally from the Greek word Κάθετος; plural: catheti), commonly known as a leg, is either of the sides that are adjacent to the right angle.
Celery
Apium graveolens is a plant species in the family Apiaceae commonly known as celery or celeriac, depending on whether the petioles or roots are eaten: celery refers to the former and c...
Apium graveolens is a plant species in the family Apiaceae commonly known as celery or celeriac, depending on whether the petioles or roots are eaten: celery refers to the former and c...
Cetus
Cetus is a constellation. Its name refers to Cetus, a sea monster in Greek mythology, although it is often called 'the whale' today.
Cetus is a constellation. Its name refers to Cetus, a sea monster in Greek mythology, although it is often called 'the whale' today.
Chamomile
Chamomile or camomile ( or ) is a common name for several daisy-like plants of the family Asteraceae.
Chamomile or camomile ( or ) is a common name for several daisy-like plants of the family Asteraceae.
Chaos (cosmogony)
Chaos (Greek khaos) refers to the formless or void state preceding the creation of the universe or cosmos in the Greek creation myths, more specifically the initial "gap" created by the or...
Chaos (Greek khaos) refers to the formless or void state preceding the creation of the universe or cosmos in the Greek creation myths, more specifically the initial "gap" created by the or...
Character (symbol)
A character (from the Greek "engraved or stamped mark" on coins or seals, "branding mark, symbol") may refer to any sign or symbol.
A character (from the Greek "engraved or stamped mark" on coins or seals, "branding mark, symbol") may refer to any sign or symbol.
Charisma
The term charisma has two senses: 1 compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others, 2 a divinely conferred power or talent.
The term charisma has two senses: 1 compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others, 2 a divinely conferred power or talent.
Chirality (electromagnetism)
The term chiral describes an object, especially a molecule, which has or produces a non-superimposeable mirror image of itself.
The term chiral describes an object, especially a molecule, which has or produces a non-superimposeable mirror image of itself.
Chlorine
Chlorine ( ; from the Greek word 'χλωρóς' (khlôros, meaning 'pale green')) is the chemical element with atomic number 17 and symbol Cl.
Chlorine ( ; from the Greek word 'χλωρóς' (khlôros, meaning 'pale green')) is the chemical element with atomic number 17 and symbol Cl.
Chord (music)
A chord in music is any harmonic set of two–three or more notes that is heard as if sounding simultaneously.
A chord in music is any harmonic set of two–three or more notes that is heard as if sounding simultaneously.
Chrism
Chrism, also called "Myrrh", Holy anointing oil, or "Consecrated Oil", is a consecrated oil used in the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Eastern Rite Catholic, Oriental Orthodox, in the Assyria...
Chrism, also called "Myrrh", Holy anointing oil, or "Consecrated Oil", is a consecrated oil used in the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Eastern Rite Catholic, Oriental Orthodox, in the Assyria...
Christ Pantocrator
Pantocrator or Pantokrator (from the Greek Παντοκράτωρ) is one of many Names of God in Judaism.
Pantocrator or Pantokrator (from the Greek Παντοκράτωρ) is one of many Names of God in Judaism.
Chromatic genus
The chromatic genus is a genus of divisions of the tetrachord characterized by an upper interval of a minor third.
The chromatic genus is a genus of divisions of the tetrachord characterized by an upper interval of a minor third.
Chromium
Chromium is a chemical element which has the symbol Cr and atomic number 24, first element in Group 6.
Chromium is a chemical element which has the symbol Cr and atomic number 24, first element in Group 6.
Chronogram
A chronogram is a sentence or inscription in which specific letters, interpreted as numerals, stand for a particular date when rearranged.
A chronogram is a sentence or inscription in which specific letters, interpreted as numerals, stand for a particular date when rearranged.
Chronology
Chronology is the science of arranging events in their order of occurrence in time, such as the use of a timeline or sequence of events.
Chronology is the science of arranging events in their order of occurrence in time, such as the use of a timeline or sequence of events.
Chthonic
Chthonic (, from Greek χθόνιος – chthonios, "in, under, or beneath the earth", from χθών – chthōn "earth"; pertaining to the Earth; earthy; subterranean) designates, or pertains ...
Chthonic (, from Greek χθόνιος – chthonios, "in, under, or beneath the earth", from χθών – chthōn "earth"; pertaining to the Earth; earthy; subterranean) designates, or pertains ...
Chyme
Chyme is the semifluid mass of partly digested food expelled by the stomach into the duodenum.
Chyme is the semifluid mass of partly digested food expelled by the stomach into the duodenum.
Circus
A circus is commonly a travelling company of performers that may include clowns, acrobats, trained animals, trapeze acts, musicians, hoopers, tightrope walkers, jugglers, unicyclists and other s...
A circus is commonly a travelling company of performers that may include clowns, acrobats, trained animals, trapeze acts, musicians, hoopers, tightrope walkers, jugglers, unicyclists and other s...
Clergy
Clergy is the generic term used to describe the formal religious leadership within a given religion.
Clergy is the generic term used to describe the formal religious leadership within a given religion.
Clerk
Clerk, the vocational title, commonly refers to a white-collar worker who conducts general office or, in some instances, sales tasks.
Clerk, the vocational title, commonly refers to a white-collar worker who conducts general office or, in some instances, sales tasks.
Climate
Climate encompasses the statistics of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind, rainfall, atmospheric particle count and other meteorological elemental measurements in a given region ov...
Climate encompasses the statistics of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind, rainfall, atmospheric particle count and other meteorological elemental measurements in a given region ov...
Coccyx
The coccyx ( ; plural: coccyges), commonly referred to as the tailbone, is the final segment of the vertebral column in tailless primates.
The coccyx ( ; plural: coccyges), commonly referred to as the tailbone, is the final segment of the vertebral column in tailless primates.
Coffin
A coffin is a funerary box used in the display and containment of dead people – either for burial or cremation.
A coffin is a funerary box used in the display and containment of dead people – either for burial or cremation.
Colon (anatomy)
The colon is the last part of the digestive system in most vertebrates; it extracts water and salt from solid wastes before they are eliminated from the body, and is the site in which flora-aide...
The colon is the last part of the digestive system in most vertebrates; it extracts water and salt from solid wastes before they are eliminated from the body, and is the site in which flora-aide...
Columba (genus)
The large bird genus Columba comprises a group of medium to large stout-bodied pigeons, often referred to as the typical pigeons.
The large bird genus Columba comprises a group of medium to large stout-bodied pigeons, often referred to as the typical pigeons.
Contiguity
A contiguity is a continuous mass, or a series of things in contact or proximity.
A contiguity is a continuous mass, or a series of things in contact or proximity.
Coprophagia
Coprophagia or coprophagy is the consumption of feces, from the Greek κόπρος copros ("feces") and φαγεῖν phagein ("to eat").
Coprophagia or coprophagy is the consumption of feces, from the Greek κόπρος copros ("feces") and φαγεῖν phagein ("to eat").
Cosmogony
Cosmogony is any scientific theory concerning the coming into existence, or origin, of the cosmos or universe, or about how what sentient beings perceive reality came to be.
Cosmogony is any scientific theory concerning the coming into existence, or origin, of the cosmos or universe, or about how what sentient beings perceive reality came to be.
Cosmography
Cosmography is the science that maps the general features of the cosmos or universe, describing both heaven and Earth (but without encroaching on geography or astronomy).
Cosmography is the science that maps the general features of the cosmos or universe, describing both heaven and Earth (but without encroaching on geography or astronomy).
Cryogenics
In physics, cryogenics is the study of the production of very low temperature and the behavior of materials at those temperatures.
In physics, cryogenics is the study of the production of very low temperature and the behavior of materials at those temperatures.
Cryptanalysis
Cryptanalysis is the study of methods for obtaining the meaning of encrypted information, without access to the secret information that is normally required to do so.
Cryptanalysis is the study of methods for obtaining the meaning of encrypted information, without access to the secret information that is normally required to do so.
Crystal
A crystal or crystalline solid is a solid material whose constituent atoms, molecules, or ions are arranged in an orderly, repeating pattern extending in all three spatial dimensions.
A crystal or crystalline solid is a solid material whose constituent atoms, molecules, or ions are arranged in an orderly, repeating pattern extending in all three spatial dimensions.
Curved mirror
A curved mirror is a mirror with a curved reflective surface, which may be either convex (bulging outward) or concave (bulging inward).
A curved mirror is a mirror with a curved reflective surface, which may be either convex (bulging outward) or concave (bulging inward).
Cyan
Cyan may be used as the name of any of a number of colors in the blue/green range of the spectrum.
Cyan may be used as the name of any of a number of colors in the blue/green range of the spectrum.
Cyclothymia
Cyclothymia, is a serious mood and mental disorder in the bipolar spectrum that causes both hypomanic and depressive episodes.
Cyclothymia, is a serious mood and mental disorder in the bipolar spectrum that causes both hypomanic and depressive episodes.
Cygnus
Cygnus is the Latin word for swan, the romanized form of the ancient Greek κύκνος "swan".
Cygnus is the Latin word for swan, the romanized form of the ancient Greek κύκνος "swan".
Cynicism
Cynicism, in its original form, refers to the beliefs of an ancient school of Greek philosophers known as the Cynics.
Cynicism, in its original form, refers to the beliefs of an ancient school of Greek philosophers known as the Cynics.
Cypress
Cypress is the name applied to many plants in the cypress family Cupressaceae, which is a conifer of northern temperate regions.
Cypress is the name applied to many plants in the cypress family Cupressaceae, which is a conifer of northern temperate regions.
Defter
A Defter (plural: Defterleri) was a type of tax register in the Ottoman Empire.
A Defter (plural: Defterleri) was a type of tax register in the Ottoman Empire.
Demiurge
The demiurge is a concept from the Platonic, Neopythagorean, Middle Platonic, and Neoplatonic schools of philosophy for an artisan-like figure responsible for the fashioning and maintenance of t...
The demiurge is a concept from the Platonic, Neopythagorean, Middle Platonic, and Neoplatonic schools of philosophy for an artisan-like figure responsible for the fashioning and maintenance of t...
Democracy
Democracy in its purest or most ideal form would be a society in which all adult citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives.
Democracy in its purest or most ideal form would be a society in which all adult citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives.
Demon
A demon (or daemon, from Ancient Greek, δαίμων daímōn), is a supernatural being from various religions, occultisms, literatures, and folklores that is described as something that is no...
A demon (or daemon, from Ancient Greek, δαίμων daímōn), is a supernatural being from various religions, occultisms, literatures, and folklores that is described as something that is no...
Dendrology
Dendrology (, dendron, "tree"; and, -logia, science of or study of) or xylology (, ksulon, "wood") is the science and study of wooded plants (trees, shrubs, and lianas).
Dendrology (, dendron, "tree"; and, -logia, science of or study of) or xylology (, ksulon, "wood") is the science and study of wooded plants (trees, shrubs, and lianas).
Dermatology
Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases, a unique specialty with both medical and surgical aspects.
Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases, a unique specialty with both medical and surgical aspects.
Desposyni
The term Desposyni refers to blood relatives of Jesus.
The term Desposyni refers to blood relatives of Jesus.
Diabetes mellitus
Diabetes mellitus, often simply referred to as diabetes, is a group of metabolic diseases in which a person has high blood sugar, either because the body does not produce enough insulin, o...
Diabetes mellitus, often simply referred to as diabetes, is a group of metabolic diseases in which a person has high blood sugar, either because the body does not produce enough insulin, o...
Diadem
A diadem is a type of crown, specifically an ornamental headband worn by Eastern monarchs and others as a badge of royalty.
A diadem is a type of crown, specifically an ornamental headband worn by Eastern monarchs and others as a badge of royalty.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis (from ancient Greek διάγνωσις = discernment) is the identification of the nature and cause of anything.
Diagnosis (from ancient Greek διάγνωσις = discernment) is the identification of the nature and cause of anything.
Dialect
The term dialect (from the Greek Language word dialektos, Διάλεκτος) is used in two distinct ways, even by linguists.
The term dialect (from the Greek Language word dialektos, Διάλεκτος) is used in two distinct ways, even by linguists.
Diameter
In geometry, a diameter of a circle is any straight line segment that passes through the center of the circle and whose endpoints are on the circle.
In geometry, a diameter of a circle is any straight line segment that passes through the center of the circle and whose endpoints are on the circle.
Diamond
In mineralogy, diamond (from the ancient Greek αδάμας – adámas "unbreakable") is an allotrope of carbon, where the carbon atoms are arranged in a variation of the face-centered cubic crystal str...
In mineralogy, diamond (from the ancient Greek αδάμας – adámas "unbreakable") is an allotrope of carbon, where the carbon atoms are arranged in a variation of the face-centered cubic crystal str...
Diaspora
A diaspora is "the movement, migration, or scattering of people away from an established or ancestral homeland" or "people dispersed by whatever cause to more than one location", or "people sett...
A diaspora is "the movement, migration, or scattering of people away from an established or ancestral homeland" or "people dispersed by whatever cause to more than one location", or "people sett...
Diatessaron
The Diatessaron (c 160 - 175) is the most prominent Gospel harmony created by Tatian, an early Christian apologist and ascetic.
The Diatessaron (c 160 - 175) is the most prominent Gospel harmony created by Tatian, an early Christian apologist and ascetic.
Diatonic and chromatic
Diatonic and chromatic are terms in music theory that are most often used to characterize scales, and are also applied to intervals, chords, notes, musical styles, and kinds of harmony.
Diatonic and chromatic are terms in music theory that are most often used to characterize scales, and are also applied to intervals, chords, notes, musical styles, and kinds of harmony.
Diatonic genus
In ancient Greek music theory, the diatonic genus is the division of the tetrachord from which the modern diatonic scale evolved.
In ancient Greek music theory, the diatonic genus is the division of the tetrachord from which the modern diatonic scale evolved.
Dichotomy
A dichotomy is any splitting of a whole into exactly two non-overlapping parts, meaning it is a procedure in which a whole is divided into two parts, or in half.
A dichotomy is any splitting of a whole into exactly two non-overlapping parts, meaning it is a procedure in which a whole is divided into two parts, or in half.
Didache
The Didache (; Koine Greek: ) or The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles (Didachē means "Teaching") is a brief early Christian treatise, dated by most scholars to the late first or early 2...
The Didache (; Koine Greek: ) or The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles (Didachē means "Teaching") is a brief early Christian treatise, dated by most scholars to the late first or early 2...
Didascalia Apostolorum
Didascalia Apostolorum is a Christian treatise which belongs to genre of the Church Orders.
Didascalia Apostolorum is a Christian treatise which belongs to genre of the Church Orders.
Dinosaur
Dinosaurs are a diverse group of animals from the superorder Dinosauria.
Dinosaurs are a diverse group of animals from the superorder Dinosauria.
Disaster
A disaster is a natural or man-made (or technological) hazard that has come to fruition, resulting in an event of substantial extent causing significant physical damage or destruction, loss of l...
A disaster is a natural or man-made (or technological) hazard that has come to fruition, resulting in an event of substantial extent causing significant physical damage or destruction, loss of l...
Dithyramb
The dithyramb (διθύραμβος – dithurambos) was an ancient Greek hymn sung and danced in honour of Dionysus, the god of wine and fertility; the term was also used as an epithet of the...
The dithyramb (διθύραμβος – dithurambos) was an ancient Greek hymn sung and danced in honour of Dionysus, the god of wine and fertility; the term was also used as an epithet of the...
Divinization (Christian)
In Christian theology, Divinization, deification, making divine or theosis is the transforming effect of divine grace.
In Christian theology, Divinization, deification, making divine or theosis is the transforming effect of divine grace.
Dodecahedron
In geometry, a dodecahedron (Greek δωδεκάεδρον, from δώδεκα, dōdeka "twelve" + ἕδρα hédra "base", "seat" or "face") is any polyhedron with twelve flat faces, but usually a regular dod...
In geometry, a dodecahedron (Greek δωδεκάεδρον, from δώδεκα, dōdeka "twelve" + ἕδρα hédra "base", "seat" or "face") is any polyhedron with twelve flat faces, but usually a regular dod...
Dogma
Dogma is the established belief or doctrine held by a religion, or by extension by some other group or organization.
Dogma is the established belief or doctrine held by a religion, or by extension by some other group or organization.
Dolphin
Dolphins are often regarded as one of Earth's most intelligent animals, though it is hard to say just how intelligent.
Dolphins are often regarded as one of Earth's most intelligent animals, though it is hard to say just how intelligent.
Doxology
A doxology (from the Greek δόξα doxa
"glory" + -λογία -logia
"saying") is a short hymn of praises to God in various Christian worship services, often added to the end of canticles, ...
A doxology (from the Greek δόξα doxa
"glory" + -λογία -logia
"saying") is a short hymn of praises to God in various Christian worship services, often added to the end of canticles, ...
Dragon
A dragon is a legendary creature, typically with serpentine or otherwise reptilian traits, that feature in the myths of many cultures.
A dragon is a legendary creature, typically with serpentine or otherwise reptilian traits, that feature in the myths of many cultures.
Dyothelitism
Dyothelitism (a Greek loanword meaning "two wills") is a particular teaching about how the divine and human relate in the person of Jesus, known as a Christological doctrine.
Dyothelitism (a Greek loanword meaning "two wills") is a particular teaching about how the divine and human relate in the person of Jesus, known as a Christological doctrine.
Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a very broad term defining a learning disability that impairs a person's fluency or comprehension accuracy in being able to read, and which can manifest itself as a difficulty with p...
Dyslexia is a very broad term defining a learning disability that impairs a person's fluency or comprehension accuracy in being able to read, and which can manifest itself as a difficulty with p...
Echo (phenomenon)
In audio signal processing and acoustics, an echo (plural echoes) is a reflection of sound, arriving at the listener some time after the direct sound.
In audio signal processing and acoustics, an echo (plural echoes) is a reflection of sound, arriving at the listener some time after the direct sound.
Echthroi
Echthroi (Ἐχθροί) is a Greek word meaning "The Enemy" (literally "enemies").
Echthroi (Ἐχθροί) is a Greek word meaning "The Enemy" (literally "enemies").
Eclecticism
Eclecticism is a conceptual approach that does not hold rigidly to a single paradigm or set of assumptions, but instead draws upon multiple theories, styles, or ideas to gain complementary insig...
Eclecticism is a conceptual approach that does not hold rigidly to a single paradigm or set of assumptions, but instead draws upon multiple theories, styles, or ideas to gain complementary insig...
Ecology
Ecology is the scientific study of the relations that living organisms have with respect to each other and their natural environment.
Ecology is the scientific study of the relations that living organisms have with respect to each other and their natural environment.
Economics
Economics is the social science that analyzes the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
Economics is the social science that analyzes the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
Ecstasy (emotion)
Ecstasy is a subjective experience of total involvement of the subject, with an object of his or her awareness.
Ecstasy is a subjective experience of total involvement of the subject, with an object of his or her awareness.
Ecstasy (philosophy)
Ecstasy, (or ekstasis) from the Ancient Greek, έκ-στασις (ek-stasis), "to be or stand outside oneself, a removal to elsewhere (from ek-: out, and stasis: a stand, or a standoff of ...
Ecstasy, (or ekstasis) from the Ancient Greek, έκ-στασις (ek-stasis), "to be or stand outside oneself, a removal to elsewhere (from ek-: out, and stasis: a stand, or a standoff of ...
Eczema
Eczema (From Greek 'to boil over') is a form of dermatitis, or inflammation of the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin).
Eczema (From Greek 'to boil over') is a form of dermatitis, or inflammation of the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin).
Edaphology
Edaphology (from Greek, edaphos, "ground"; and, -logia) is one of two main divisions of soil science, the other being pedology.
Edaphology (from Greek, edaphos, "ground"; and, -logia) is one of two main divisions of soil science, the other being pedology.
Edema
Edema or oedema, formerly known as dropsy or hydropsy, is an abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin or in one or more cavities of the body that produces swelling.
Edema or oedema, formerly known as dropsy or hydropsy, is an abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin or in one or more cavities of the body that produces swelling.
Ektenia
Ektenia (from ἐκτένεια ekténeia; literally, "diligence"), often called simply Litany, is a prayerful petition in the Eastern Orthodox/Eastern Catholic liturgy.
Ektenia (from ἐκτένεια ekténeia; literally, "diligence"), often called simply Litany, is a prayerful petition in the Eastern Orthodox/Eastern Catholic liturgy.
Elaunin
Elaunin is a component of elastic fibers formed from a deposition of elastin between oxytalan fibers.
Elaunin is a component of elastic fibers formed from a deposition of elastin between oxytalan fibers.
Elephant
Elephants are large land mammals in two extant genera of the family Elephantidae: Elephas and Loxodonta, with the third genus Mammuthus extinct.
Elephants are large land mammals in two extant genera of the family Elephantidae: Elephas and Loxodonta, with the third genus Mammuthus extinct.
Emblem
An emblem is a pictorial image, abstract or representational, that epitomizes a concept — e.g., a moral truth, or an allegory — or that represents a person, such as a king or saint.
An emblem is a pictorial image, abstract or representational, that epitomizes a concept — e.g., a moral truth, or an allegory — or that represents a person, such as a king or saint.
Embryo
An embryo is a multicellular diploid eukaryote in its earliest stage of development, from the time of first cell division until birth, hatching, or germination.
An embryo is a multicellular diploid eukaryote in its earliest stage of development, from the time of first cell division until birth, hatching, or germination.
Embryogenesis
Embryogenesis is the process by which the embryo is formed and develops, until it develops into a fetus.
Embryogenesis is the process by which the embryo is formed and develops, until it develops into a fetus.
Empathy
Empathy is the capacity to recognize and, to some extent, share feelings that are being experienced by another sapient or semi-sapient being.
Empathy is the capacity to recognize and, to some extent, share feelings that are being experienced by another sapient or semi-sapient being.
Encephalopathy
Encephalopathy means disorder or disease of the brain.
Encephalopathy means disorder or disease of the brain.
Encyclopedia
An encyclopedia (also spelled encyclopaedia or encyclopædia) is a type of reference work, a compendium holding a summary of information from either all branches of knowledge or a par...
An encyclopedia (also spelled encyclopaedia or encyclopædia) is a type of reference work, a compendium holding a summary of information from either all branches of knowledge or a par...
Endocrinology
Endocrinology is a branch of biology and medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions called hormones, the integration of developmental events such as pr...
Endocrinology is a branch of biology and medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions called hormones, the integration of developmental events such as pr...
Endometriosis
Endometriosis (from Greek ἔνδον - endon, "within", and μήτρα - mētra, "womb") is a gynecological medical condition in which cells from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) appear and f...
Endometriosis (from Greek ἔνδον - endon, "within", and μήτρα - mētra, "womb") is a gynecological medical condition in which cells from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) appear and f...
Enharmonic genus
The enharmonic genus has historically been the most mysterious and controversial of the three Greek genera (genres) of tetrachords.
The enharmonic genus has historically been the most mysterious and controversial of the three Greek genera (genres) of tetrachords.
Enosis
Enosis (Ένωσις, meaning "union") refers to the movement of the Greek-Cypriot population to incorporate the island of Cyprus into Greece.
Enosis (Ένωσις, meaning "union") refers to the movement of the Greek-Cypriot population to incorporate the island of Cyprus into Greece.
Entropy
Entropy is a thermodynamic property that is a measure of the energy not available for useful work in a thermodynamic process, such as in energy conversion devices, engines, or machines.
Entropy is a thermodynamic property that is a measure of the energy not available for useful work in a thermodynamic process, such as in energy conversion devices, engines, or machines.
Epenthesis
In phonology, epenthesis (; Ancient Greek: ἐπένθεσις, epenthesis from epi "on" + en "in" + thesis "putting") is the addition of one or more sounds to a word, especially to th...
In phonology, epenthesis (; Ancient Greek: ἐπένθεσις, epenthesis from epi "on" + en "in" + thesis "putting") is the addition of one or more sounds to a word, especially to th...
Ephebiphobia
The fear of youth is called ephebiphobia.
The fear of youth is called ephebiphobia.
Ephemeral
Ephemeral things (from Greek εφήμερος – ephemeros, literally "lasting only one day") are transitory, existing only briefly.
Ephemeral things (from Greek εφήμερος – ephemeros, literally "lasting only one day") are transitory, existing only briefly.
Epic poetry
An epic (from the Ancient Greek adjective (epikos), from (epos) "word, story, poem") is a lengthy narrative poem, ordinarily concerning a serious subject containing details of heroic d...
An epic (from the Ancient Greek adjective (epikos), from (epos) "word, story, poem") is a lengthy narrative poem, ordinarily concerning a serious subject containing details of heroic d...
Epicenter
The epicenter or epicentre is the point on the Earth's surface that is directly above the hypocenter or focus, the point where an earthquake the mantle a explosion originates.
The epicenter or epicentre is the point on the Earth's surface that is directly above the hypocenter or focus, the point where an earthquake the mantle a explosion originates.
Epiclesis
The epiclesis (also spelled epiklesis; from "invocation" or "calling down from on high") is that part of the Anaphora (Eucharistic Prayer) by which the priest invokes the Holy Spirit (or ...
The epiclesis (also spelled epiklesis; from "invocation" or "calling down from on high") is that part of the Anaphora (Eucharistic Prayer) by which the priest invokes the Holy Spirit (or ...
Epigram
An epigram is a brief, interesting, usually memorable and sometimes surprising statement.
An epigram is a brief, interesting, usually memorable and sometimes surprising statement.
Epigraphy
Epigraphy (from the ἐπιγραφή epi-graphē, literally "on-writing", is the study of inscriptions or epigraphs as writing; that is, the science of identifying the graphemes and of classifying t...
Epigraphy (from the ἐπιγραφή epi-graphē, literally "on-writing", is the study of inscriptions or epigraphs as writing; that is, the science of identifying the graphemes and of classifying t...
Epiphany (feeling)
An epiphany (from the ancient Greek ἐπιφάνεια, epiphaneia, "manifestation, striking appearance") is the sudden realization or comprehension of the (larger) essence or meaning of something.
An epiphany (from the ancient Greek ἐπιφάνεια, epiphaneia, "manifestation, striking appearance") is the sudden realization or comprehension of the (larger) essence or meaning of something.
Epiphany (holiday)
Epiphany, or Theophany, meaning "vision of God", which traditionally falls on 6 January, is a Christian feast day that celebrates the revelation of God the Son as a human being in Jesus Christ.
Epiphany, or Theophany, meaning "vision of God", which traditionally falls on 6 January, is a Christian feast day that celebrates the revelation of God the Son as a human being in Jesus Christ.
Epiphenomenon
An epiphenomenon (plural - epiphenomena) is a secondary phenomenon that occurs alongside or in parallel to a primary phenomenon.
An epiphenomenon (plural - epiphenomena) is a secondary phenomenon that occurs alongside or in parallel to a primary phenomenon.
Epistemology
Epistemology is the branch of philosophy concerned with the nature and scope of knowledge.
Epistemology is the branch of philosophy concerned with the nature and scope of knowledge.
Epistle
An epistle (; Greek ἐπιστολή, epistolē, 'letter') is a writing directed or sent to a person or group of people, usually an elegant and formal didactic letter.
An epistle (; Greek ἐπιστολή, epistolē, 'letter') is a writing directed or sent to a person or group of people, usually an elegant and formal didactic letter.
Epitaph
An epitaph (from Greek epitaphion "a funeral oration" from ἐπί epi "at, over" and τάφος taphos "tomb") is a short text honouring a deceased person, strictly speaking that is inscrib...
An epitaph (from Greek epitaphion "a funeral oration" from ἐπί epi "at, over" and τάφος taphos "tomb") is a short text honouring a deceased person, strictly speaking that is inscrib...
Epithet
An epithet (from epitheton, neut.
An epithet (from epitheton, neut.
Eros (concept)
Eros ( or ; érōs) is one of the four words in Ancient Greek which can be rendered into English as “love”.
Eros ( or ; érōs) is one of the four words in Ancient Greek which can be rendered into English as “love”.
Eschatology
Eschatology is a part of theology, philosophy, and futurology concerned with what are believed to be the final events of history, the ultimate destiny of humanity — commonly referred to as the ...
Eschatology is a part of theology, philosophy, and futurology concerned with what are believed to be the final events of history, the ultimate destiny of humanity — commonly referred to as the ...
Ethics
Ethics, also known as moral philosophy, is a branch of philosophy that addresses questions about morality — that is, concepts such as good and evil, right and wrong, virtue and vice, justi...
Ethics, also known as moral philosophy, is a branch of philosophy that addresses questions about morality — that is, concepts such as good and evil, right and wrong, virtue and vice, justi...
Ethnic group
An ethnic group (or ethnicity) is a group of people whose members identify with each other, through a common heritage, often consisting of a common language, a common culture (often includ...
An ethnic group (or ethnicity) is a group of people whose members identify with each other, through a common heritage, often consisting of a common language, a common culture (often includ...
Ethos
Ethos is a Greek word meaning "character" that is used to describe the guiding beliefs or ideals that characterize a community, nation, or ideology.
Ethos is a Greek word meaning "character" that is used to describe the guiding beliefs or ideals that characterize a community, nation, or ideology.
Etiology
Etiology (alternatively aetiology, aitiology ) is the study of causation, or origination.
Etiology (alternatively aetiology, aitiology ) is the study of causation, or origination.
Etiology (medicine)
Etiology is the study of causation, or origination.
Etiology is the study of causation, or origination.
Etymology
Etymology is the study of the history of words, their origins, and how their form and meaning have changed over time.
Etymology is the study of the history of words, their origins, and how their form and meaning have changed over time.
Eucharist
The Eucharist, also called Holy Communion, the Sacrament of the Altar, the Blessed Sacrament, the Lord's Supper, and other names, is a Christian sacrament or ordinance.
The Eucharist, also called Holy Communion, the Sacrament of the Altar, the Blessed Sacrament, the Lord's Supper, and other names, is a Christian sacrament or ordinance.
Eudaimonia
Eudaimonia or eudaemonia (Ancient Greek: ), sometimes Anglicized as eudemonia, is a Greek word commonly translated as happiness or welfare; however, "human flourishi...
Eudaimonia or eudaemonia (Ancient Greek: ), sometimes Anglicized as eudemonia, is a Greek word commonly translated as happiness or welfare; however, "human flourishi...
Eulogia
The term eulogia, Greek for "a blessing", has been applied in ecclesiastical usage to the object blessed.
The term eulogia, Greek for "a blessing", has been applied in ecclesiastical usage to the object blessed.
Eunoia
Eunoia is the shortest English word containing all five main vowel graphemes.
Eunoia is the shortest English word containing all five main vowel graphemes.
Eunuch
A eunuch is a person born male most commonly castrated, typically early enough in his life for this change to have major hormonal consequences.
A eunuch is a person born male most commonly castrated, typically early enough in his life for this change to have major hormonal consequences.
Eureka effect
The eureka effect (Greek: heurēka, "I have found") is any sudden unexpected discovery, or the sudden realization of the solution to a problem, resulting in a eureka moment (the moment ...
The eureka effect (Greek: heurēka, "I have found") is any sudden unexpected discovery, or the sudden realization of the solution to a problem, resulting in a eureka moment (the moment ...
Euthymia (medicine)
Euthymia is a word used for indicating a normal non-depressed, reasonably positive mood.
Euthymia is a word used for indicating a normal non-depressed, reasonably positive mood.
Eutrophication
Eutrophication or more precisely hypertrophication, is the movement of a body of water′s trophic status in the direction of increasing biomass, by the addition of artificial or natural sub...
Eutrophication or more precisely hypertrophication, is the movement of a body of water′s trophic status in the direction of increasing biomass, by the addition of artificial or natural sub...
Even-toed ungulate
The even-toed ungulates (Artiodactyla) are ungulates (hoofed animals) whose weight is borne about equally by the third and fourth toes, rather than mostly or entirely by the third as in od...
The even-toed ungulates (Artiodactyla) are ungulates (hoofed animals) whose weight is borne about equally by the third and fourth toes, rather than mostly or entirely by the third as in od...
Exegesis
Exegesis is a critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious text.
Exegesis is a critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious text.
Exocytosis
Exocytosis (; from Greek ἔξω "out" and English cyto- "cell" from Gk. κύτος "receptacle"), also known as 'The peni-cytosis', is the durable process by which a cell directs the contents of secreto...
Exocytosis (; from Greek ἔξω "out" and English cyto- "cell" from Gk. κύτος "receptacle"), also known as 'The peni-cytosis', is the durable process by which a cell directs the contents of secreto...
Exorcism
Exorcism (from Greek ἐξορκισμός, exorkismos - binding by oath) is the religious practice of evicting demons or other spiritual entities from a person or place which they are believed to have...
Exorcism (from Greek ἐξορκισμός, exorkismos - binding by oath) is the religious practice of evicting demons or other spiritual entities from a person or place which they are believed to have...
Gaia (mythology)
Gaia ( or ; from Ancient Greek Γαῖα "land" or "earth"; also Gæa, Gaea, or Gea; Koine Greek: Γῆ) was the primordial Earth-goddess in ancient Greek religion.
Gaia ( or ; from Ancient Greek Γαῖα "land" or "earth"; also Gæa, Gaea, or Gea; Koine Greek: Γῆ) was the primordial Earth-goddess in ancient Greek religion.
Galley
A galley is a type of ship propelled by rowers that originated in the Mediterranean region and was used for warfare, trade and piracy from the first millennium BC. Galleys dominated naval warfar...
A galley is a type of ship propelled by rowers that originated in the Mediterranean region and was used for warfare, trade and piracy from the first millennium BC. Galleys dominated naval warfar...
Gastraphetes
The gastraphetes (from Ancient Greek γαστραφέτης, English translation: "belly-releaser") was a hand-held crossbow used by the Ancient Greeks.
The gastraphetes (from Ancient Greek γαστραφέτης, English translation: "belly-releaser") was a hand-held crossbow used by the Ancient Greeks.
Genetics
Genetics, a discipline of biology, is the science of genes, heredity, and variation in living organisms.
Genetics, a discipline of biology, is the science of genes, heredity, and variation in living organisms.
Geodesy
Geodesy, also named geodetics, a branch of earth sciences, is the scientific discipline that deals with the measurement and representation of the Earth, including its gravitational fiel...
Geodesy, also named geodetics, a branch of earth sciences, is the scientific discipline that deals with the measurement and representation of the Earth, including its gravitational fiel...
Geography
Geography is the science that studies the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth.
Geography is the science that studies the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth.
Geometry
Geometry is a branch of mathematics concerned with questions of shape, size, relative position of figures, and the properties of space.
Geometry is a branch of mathematics concerned with questions of shape, size, relative position of figures, and the properties of space.
Giant (mythology)
"Giant" is the English word commonly used for such beings, derived from one of the most famed examples: the gigantes of Greek mythology.
"Giant" is the English word commonly used for such beings, derived from one of the most famed examples: the gigantes of Greek mythology.
Gigantomachy
In Greek mythology, Gigantomachy was the symbolic struggle between the cosmic order of the Olympians led by Zeus and the nether forces of Chaos led by the giant Alcyoneus.
In Greek mythology, Gigantomachy was the symbolic struggle between the cosmic order of the Olympians led by Zeus and the nether forces of Chaos led by the giant Alcyoneus.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disorder in which the optic nerve suffers damage, permanently impacting vision in the affected eye(s) and progressing to complete blindness if untreated.
Glaucoma is an eye disorder in which the optic nerve suffers damage, permanently impacting vision in the affected eye(s) and progressing to complete blindness if untreated.
Glossator
The scholars of the 11th and 12th century legal schools in Italy, France and Germany are identified as glossators in a specific sense.
The scholars of the 11th and 12th century legal schools in Italy, France and Germany are identified as glossators in a specific sense.
Glossolalia
Glossolalia or speaking in tongues is the fluid vocalizing of speech-like syllables, often as part of religious practice.
Glossolalia or speaking in tongues is the fluid vocalizing of speech-like syllables, often as part of religious practice.
Gnosis
Gnosis is the common Greek noun for knowledge (in the nominative case γνῶσις f.).
Gnosis is the common Greek noun for knowledge (in the nominative case γνῶσις f.).
Grammar
In linguistics, grammar is the set of structural rules that govern the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.
In linguistics, grammar is the set of structural rules that govern the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.
Gymnasium (ancient Greece)
The gymnasium in ancient Greece functioned as a training facility for competitors in public games.
The gymnasium in ancient Greece functioned as a training facility for competitors in public games.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics is a sport involving performance of exercises requiring physical strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and balance.
Gymnastics is a sport involving performance of exercises requiring physical strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and balance.
Haemophilia
Haemophilia is a group of hereditary genetic disorders that impair the body's ability to control blood clotting or coagulation, which is used to stop bleeding when a blood vessel is broken.
Haemophilia is a group of hereditary genetic disorders that impair the body's ability to control blood clotting or coagulation, which is used to stop bleeding when a blood vessel is broken.
Hamartia
Hamartia (Ancient Greek: ) is a term developed by Aristotle in his work Poetics.
Hamartia (Ancient Greek: ) is a term developed by Aristotle in his work Poetics.
Hamartiology
Hamartiology is the branch of Christian theology, which aims to develop and articulate a doctrine of the biblical concept of sin.
Hamartiology is the branch of Christian theology, which aims to develop and articulate a doctrine of the biblical concept of sin.
Helicopter
A helicopter (informally known as a "airplane") is a type of rotorcraft in which lift and thrust are supplied by one or more engine-driven rotors.
A helicopter (informally known as a "airplane") is a type of rotorcraft in which lift and thrust are supplied by one or more engine-driven rotors.
Helix
A helix (pl: helixes or helices) is a type of space curve, i.e. a smooth curve in three-dimensional space.
A helix (pl: helixes or helices) is a type of space curve, i.e. a smooth curve in three-dimensional space.
Hemorrhoid
Hemorrhoids (US English) or haemorrhoids, are vascular structures in the anal canal which help with stool control.
Hemorrhoids (US English) or haemorrhoids, are vascular structures in the anal canal which help with stool control.
Hermeneutics
In religious studies and social philosophy, hermeneutics is the study of the theory and practice of interpretation.
In religious studies and social philosophy, hermeneutics is the study of the theory and practice of interpretation.
Hermit
A hermit (adjectival form: eremitic) is a person who lives, to some degree, in seclusion from society.
A hermit (adjectival form: eremitic) is a person who lives, to some degree, in seclusion from society.
Hero
A hero (heroine for females), in Greek mythology and folklore, was originally a demigod, their cult being one of the most distinctive features of ancient Greek religion.
A hero (heroine for females), in Greek mythology and folklore, was originally a demigod, their cult being one of the most distinctive features of ancient Greek religion.
Hexis
Hexis (ἕξις) is a Greek word, important in the philosophy of Aristotle, and because of this it has become a traditional word of philosophy.
Hexis (ἕξις) is a Greek word, important in the philosophy of Aristotle, and because of this it has become a traditional word of philosophy.
Hierarchy
A hierarchy is an arrangement of items in which the items are represented as being "above," "below," or "at the same level as" one another.
A hierarchy is an arrangement of items in which the items are represented as being "above," "below," or "at the same level as" one another.
Hieros gamos
Hieros gamos or Hierogamy (Greek, "holy marriage") refers to a sexual ritual that plays out a marriage between a god and a goddess, especially when enacted in a symbolic ritual where ...
Hieros gamos or Hierogamy (Greek, "holy marriage") refers to a sexual ritual that plays out a marriage between a god and a goddess, especially when enacted in a symbolic ritual where ...
Hippopotamus
The hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius), or hippo, from the ancient Greek for "river horse", is a large, mostly herbivorous mammal in sub-Saharan Africa, and one of only two extant s...
The hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius), or hippo, from the ancient Greek for "river horse", is a large, mostly herbivorous mammal in sub-Saharan Africa, and one of only two extant s...
Histology
Histology is the study of the microscopic anatomy of cells and tissues of plants and animals.
Histology is the study of the microscopic anatomy of cells and tissues of plants and animals.
Histopathology
Histopathology refers to the microscopic examination of tissue in order to study the manifestations of disease.
Histopathology refers to the microscopic examination of tissue in order to study the manifestations of disease.
Historiography
Historiography refers either to the study of the history and methodology of history as a discipline, or to a body of historical work on a specialized topic.
Historiography refers either to the study of the history and methodology of history as a discipline, or to a body of historical work on a specialized topic.
History
History (from Greek ἱστορία - historia, meaning "inquiry, knowledge acquired by investigation") is the study of the human past.
History (from Greek ἱστορία - historia, meaning "inquiry, knowledge acquired by investigation") is the study of the human past.
Hoi polloi
Hoi polloi, an expression meaning "the many", or in the strictest sense, "the majority" in Greek, is used in English to denote "the masses" or "the people", usually in a derogatory sense.
Hoi polloi, an expression meaning "the many", or in the strictest sense, "the majority" in Greek, is used in English to denote "the masses" or "the people", usually in a derogatory sense.
Homeostasis
Homeostasis is the property of a system that regulates its internal environment and tends to maintain a stable, constant condition of properties like temperature or pH. It can be either an open ...
Homeostasis is the property of a system that regulates its internal environment and tends to maintain a stable, constant condition of properties like temperature or pH. It can be either an open ...
Homonym
In linguistics, a homonym is, in the strict sense, one of a group of words that often but not necessarily share the same spelling and the same pronunciation but have different meanings.
In linguistics, a homonym is, in the strict sense, one of a group of words that often but not necessarily share the same spelling and the same pronunciation but have different meanings.
Horizon
The horizon is the apparent line that separates earth from sky, the line that divides all visible directions into two categories: those that intersect the Earth's surface, and those that do not.
The horizon is the apparent line that separates earth from sky, the line that divides all visible directions into two categories: those that intersect the Earth's surface, and those that do not.
Hormone
A hormone is a chemical released by a cell or a gland in one part of the body that sends out messages that affect cells in other parts of the organism.
A hormone is a chemical released by a cell or a gland in one part of the body that sends out messages that affect cells in other parts of the organism.
Horologion
The HorologionHorologionHorologion, or Book of Hours, provides the fixed portions of the Daily Cycle of services as used by the Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches.
The HorologionHorologionHorologion, or Book of Hours, provides the fixed portions of the Daily Cycle of services as used by the Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches.
Horoscope
In astrology, a horoscope is a chart or diagram representing the positions of the Sun, Moon, planets, the astrological aspects, and sensitive angles at the time of an event, such as the moment o...
In astrology, a horoscope is a chart or diagram representing the positions of the Sun, Moon, planets, the astrological aspects, and sensitive angles at the time of an event, such as the moment o...
Hydraulics
Hydraulics is a topic in applied science and engineering dealing with the mechanical properties of liquids.
Hydraulics is a topic in applied science and engineering dealing with the mechanical properties of liquids.
Hydromancy
Hydromancy (from Greek "hydro", meaning water, and "manteia", meaning divination) is a method of divination by means of water, including the color, ebb and flow, or ripples produced by p...
Hydromancy (from Greek "hydro", meaning water, and "manteia", meaning divination) is a method of divination by means of water, including the color, ebb and flow, or ripples produced by p...
Hydrosphere
A hydrosphere in physical geography describes the combined mass of water found on, under, and over the surface of a planet.
A hydrosphere in physical geography describes the combined mass of water found on, under, and over the surface of a planet.
Hyena
Hyenas or Hyaenas (from Greek "ὕαινα" - hyaina) are the animals of the family Hyaenidae of suborder feliforms of the Carnivora.
Hyenas or Hyaenas (from Greek "ὕαινα" - hyaina) are the animals of the family Hyaenidae of suborder feliforms of the Carnivora.
Hygiene
Hygiene refers to the set of practices perceived by a community to be associated with the preservation of health and healthy living.
Hygiene refers to the set of practices perceived by a community to be associated with the preservation of health and healthy living.
Hylophobia
Hylophobia, also known as Xylophobia or Ylophobia, is a psychological disorder defined by an irrational fear of wood, forest or trees.
Hylophobia, also known as Xylophobia or Ylophobia, is a psychological disorder defined by an irrational fear of wood, forest or trees.
Hymn
A hymn is a type of song, usually religious, specifically written for the purpose of praise, adoration or prayer, and typically addressed to a deity or deities, or to a prominent figure or perso...
A hymn is a type of song, usually religious, specifically written for the purpose of praise, adoration or prayer, and typically addressed to a deity or deities, or to a prominent figure or perso...
Hyperbole
Hyperbole ( ; Greek:, 'exaggeration') is the use of exaggeration as a rhetorical device or figure of speech.
Hyperbole ( ; Greek:, 'exaggeration') is the use of exaggeration as a rhetorical device or figure of speech.
Hypnosis
Hypnosis is "a trance state characterized by extreme suggestibility, relaxation and heightened imagination.
Hypnosis is "a trance state characterized by extreme suggestibility, relaxation and heightened imagination.
Hypotenuse
In geometry, a hypotenuse is the longest side of a right-angled triangle, the side opposite the right angle.
In geometry, a hypotenuse is the longest side of a right-angled triangle, the side opposite the right angle.
Hypothesis
A hypothesis (from Greek '; plural hypotheses) is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon.
A hypothesis (from Greek '; plural hypotheses) is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon.
Hypsometry
Hypsometry (from Greek ὕψος, hupsos, "height" and μέτρον, metron, "measure") is the measurement of land elevation relative to sea level.
Hypsometry (from Greek ὕψος, hupsos, "height" and μέτρον, metron, "measure") is the measurement of land elevation relative to sea level.
Icosahedron
In geometry, an icosahedron ( or ; plural: -drons, -dra ; εικοσάεδρον, from είκοσι eíkosi "twenty" + ἕδρα hédra "seat") is a regular polyhedron with 20 identical equilateral triangular f...
In geometry, an icosahedron ( or ; plural: -drons, -dra ; εικοσάεδρον, from είκοσι eíkosi "twenty" + ἕδρα hédra "seat") is a regular polyhedron with 20 identical equilateral triangular f...
Idiot
An idiot, dolt, dullard or eejit is a mentally deficient person, or someone who acts in a self-defeating or significantly counterproductive way.
An idiot, dolt, dullard or eejit is a mentally deficient person, or someone who acts in a self-defeating or significantly counterproductive way.
Idyll
An idyll or idyl ( or ) (from Greek eidyllion, little picture) is a short poem, descriptive of rustic life, written in the style of Theocritus' short pastoral poems, the Idylls.
An idyll or idyl ( or ) (from Greek eidyllion, little picture) is a short poem, descriptive of rustic life, written in the style of Theocritus' short pastoral poems, the Idylls.
Jealousy
Jealousy is a secondary emotion and typically refers to the negative thoughts and feelings of insecurity, fear, and anxiety over an anticipated loss of something that the person values, particul...
Jealousy is a secondary emotion and typically refers to the negative thoughts and feelings of insecurity, fear, and anxiety over an anticipated loss of something that the person values, particul...
Judaizers
Judaizers is predominantly a Christian term, derived from the Greek verb ioudaïzō (ōἰουδαΐζω "live according to Jewish customs").
Judaizers is predominantly a Christian term, derived from the Greek verb ioudaïzō (ōἰουδαΐζω "live according to Jewish customs").
Jujube
Ziziphus zizyphus, commonly called jujube, red date, Chinese date, or Indian date is a species of Ziziphus in the buckthorn family Rhamnaceae, used primarily as a...
Ziziphus zizyphus, commonly called jujube, red date, Chinese date, or Indian date is a species of Ziziphus in the buckthorn family Rhamnaceae, used primarily as a...
Kaleidoscope
A kaleidoscopes is a circle of mirrors containing loose, colored objects such as beads or pebbles and bits of glass.
A kaleidoscopes is a circle of mirrors containing loose, colored objects such as beads or pebbles and bits of glass.
Katagelasticism
Katagelasticism refers to the psychological condition in which a person excessively enjoys laughing at others (katagelao = Greek for "laughing at").
Katagelasticism refers to the psychological condition in which a person excessively enjoys laughing at others (katagelao = Greek for "laughing at").
Kenosis
In Christian theology, Kenosis (from the Greek word for emptiness κένωσις (kénōsis) is the 'self-emptying' of one's own will and becoming entirely receptive to God's divine will.
In Christian theology, Kenosis (from the Greek word for emptiness κένωσις (kénōsis) is the 'self-emptying' of one's own will and becoming entirely receptive to God's divine will.
Kerygma
Kerygma (Greek: κήρυγμα, kérugma) is the Greek word used in the New Testament for preaching (see Luke 4:18-19, Romans 10:14, ).
Kerygma (Greek: κήρυγμα, kérugma) is the Greek word used in the New Testament for preaching (see Luke 4:18-19, Romans 10:14, ).
Kinesis (biology)
Kinesis, like a taxis, is a movement or activity of a cell or an organism in response to a stimulus.
Kinesis, like a taxis, is a movement or activity of a cell or an organism in response to a stimulus.
Kopis
The kopis could describe a heavy knife with a forward-curving blade, primarily used as a tool for cutting meat, for slaughter and animal sacrifice, or refer to a single edged cutting or 'cut and...
The kopis could describe a heavy knife with a forward-curving blade, primarily used as a tool for cutting meat, for slaughter and animal sacrifice, or refer to a single edged cutting or 'cut and...
Kulich
Kulich (Russian: кулич, ultimately from Greek κόλλιξ, meaning a roll or loaf of bread) is a kind of Easter bread, traditional in the Orthodox Christian faith and eaten in Russia, Bela...
Kulich (Russian: кулич, ultimately from Greek κόλλιξ, meaning a roll or loaf of bread) is a kind of Easter bread, traditional in the Orthodox Christian faith and eaten in Russia, Bela...
Kyriarchy
Kyriarchy describes interconnected, interacting, and multiplicative systems of domination and submission, within which a person oppressed in one context might be privileged in another.
Kyriarchy describes interconnected, interacting, and multiplicative systems of domination and submission, within which a person oppressed in one context might be privileged in another.
Kyrie
Kyrie, a transliteration of Greek κύριε (kyrie), vocative case of κύριος (kyrios), meaning "Lord", is the common name of an important prayer of Christian liturgy, which is also called the K...
Kyrie, a transliteration of Greek κύριε (kyrie), vocative case of κύριος (kyrios), meaning "Lord", is the common name of an important prayer of Christian liturgy, which is also called the K...
Lemma (mathematics)
In mathematics, a lemma (plural lemmata or lemmas from the Greek λῆμμα (lemma, “anything which is received, such as a gift, profit, or a bribe”) is a proven proposition which...
In mathematics, a lemma (plural lemmata or lemmas from the Greek λῆμμα (lemma, “anything which is received, such as a gift, profit, or a bribe”) is a proven proposition which...
Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci was an Italian Renaissance polymath: painter, sculptor, architect, musician, scientist, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, geologist, cartographer, bota...
Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci was an Italian Renaissance polymath: painter, sculptor, architect, musician, scientist, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, geologist, cartographer, bota...
Lexicology
Lexicology is the part of linguistics which studies words, their nature and meaning, words' elements, relations between words, word groups and the whole lexicon.
Lexicology is the part of linguistics which studies words, their nature and meaning, words' elements, relations between words, word groups and the whole lexicon.
Lexicon
In linguistics, the lexicon (or wordstock) of a language is its vocabulary, including its words and expressions.
In linguistics, the lexicon (or wordstock) of a language is its vocabulary, including its words and expressions.
Lexis (Aristotle)
Lexis - (lek sis) A Greek word meaning: A complete group of words in a language, vocabulary, the total set of all words in a language, all words that have meaning or a function in grammar.
Lexis - (lek sis) A Greek word meaning: A complete group of words in a language, vocabulary, the total set of all words in a language, all words that have meaning or a function in grammar.
Lexis (linguistics)
In linguistics, a lexis (from the Greek: λέξις "word") is the total word-stock or lexicon having items of lexical, rather than grammatical, meaning.
In linguistics, a lexis (from the Greek: λέξις "word") is the total word-stock or lexicon having items of lexical, rather than grammatical, meaning.
Liquorice
Liquorice or licorice is the root of Glycyrrhiza glabra from which a somewhat sweet flavour can be extracted.
Liquorice or licorice is the root of Glycyrrhiza glabra from which a somewhat sweet flavour can be extracted.
Lithography
Lithography is a method for printing using a stone or a metal plate with a completely smooth surface.
Lithography is a method for printing using a stone or a metal plate with a completely smooth surface.
Logia
In New Testament scholarship, the term logia (Greek: "λόγια", "sayings, utterances, oracles", singular: "λόγιον", logion) is a term applied to collections of sayings credited t...
In New Testament scholarship, the term logia (Greek: "λόγια", "sayings, utterances, oracles", singular: "λόγιον", logion) is a term applied to collections of sayings credited t...
Logic
Logic (from the Greek λογική logikē) is the formal systematic study of the principles of valid inference and correct reasoning.
Logic (from the Greek λογική logikē) is the formal systematic study of the principles of valid inference and correct reasoning.
Logos
Logos (, (UK), or (US); Greek logos) is an important term in philosophy, psychology, rhetoric and religion.
Logos (, (UK), or (US); Greek logos) is an important term in philosophy, psychology, rhetoric and religion.
Lyrics
Lyrics (in singular form lyric) are a set of words that make up a song.
Lyrics (in singular form lyric) are a set of words that make up a song.
Lysis
Lysis (Greek λύσις, lýsis from lýein "to separate") refers to the breaking down of a cell, often by viral, enzymic, or osmotic mechanisms that compromise its integrity.
Lysis (Greek λύσις, lýsis from lýein "to separate") refers to the breaking down of a cell, often by viral, enzymic, or osmotic mechanisms that compromise its integrity.
Macaroni
Macaroni is a variety of moderately extended, machine-made, dry pasta that is usually yellow and made with durum wheat.
Macaroni is a variety of moderately extended, machine-made, dry pasta that is usually yellow and made with durum wheat.
Machine
A machine manages power to accomplish a task, examples include, a mechanical system, a computing system, an electronic system, and a molecular machine.
A machine manages power to accomplish a task, examples include, a mechanical system, a computing system, an electronic system, and a molecular machine.
Machine (mechanical)
A machine consists of an actuator input, a system of mechanisms that generate the output forces and movement, and an interface to the user.
A machine consists of an actuator input, a system of mechanisms that generate the output forces and movement, and an interface to the user.
Magnet
A magnet (from Greek ', "Magnesian stone") is a material or object that produces a magnetic field.
A magnet (from Greek ', "Magnesian stone") is a material or object that produces a magnetic field.
Makhaira
Makhaira is a term used by modern scholars to describe a type of ancient bladed weapon, generally a large knife with a slight backwards curve.
Makhaira is a term used by modern scholars to describe a type of ancient bladed weapon, generally a large knife with a slight backwards curve.
Mania
Mania, the presence of which is a criterion for certain psychiatric diagnoses, is a state of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels.
Mania, the presence of which is a criterion for certain psychiatric diagnoses, is a state of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels.
Marble
Marble is a metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals, most commonly calcite or dolomite.
Marble is a metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals, most commonly calcite or dolomite.
Martyr
A martyr (Greek: μάρτυς, mártys, "witness"; stem μάρτυρ-, mártyr-) is somebody who suffers persecution and death for refusing to renounce, or accept, a belief or cause, usually religious.
A martyr (Greek: μάρτυς, mártys, "witness"; stem μάρτυρ-, mártyr-) is somebody who suffers persecution and death for refusing to renounce, or accept, a belief or cause, usually religious.
Matriarchy
A matriarchy is a society in which females, especially mothers, have the central roles of political leadership and moral authority.
A matriarchy is a society in which females, especially mothers, have the central roles of political leadership and moral authority.
Mechanics
Mechanics (Greek ') is the branch of physics concerned with the behavior of physical bodies when subjected to forces or displacements, and the subsequent effects of the bodies on their enviro...
Mechanics (Greek ') is the branch of physics concerned with the behavior of physical bodies when subjected to forces or displacements, and the subsequent effects of the bodies on their enviro...
Medal
A medal, or medallion, is generally a circular object that has been sculpted, molded, cast, struck, stamped, or some way rendered with an insignia, portrait, or other artistic rendering.
A medal, or medallion, is generally a circular object that has been sculpted, molded, cast, struck, stamped, or some way rendered with an insignia, portrait, or other artistic rendering.
Melancholia
Melancholia (from Greek μελαγχολία - melancholia, "sadness", literally black bile), also lugubriousness, from the Latin lugere, to mourn; moroseness, from the Latin morosu...
Melancholia (from Greek μελαγχολία - melancholia, "sadness", literally black bile), also lugubriousness, from the Latin lugere, to mourn; moroseness, from the Latin morosu...
Melody
A melody, also tune, voice, or line, is a linear succession of musical tones which is perceived as a single entity.
A melody, also tune, voice, or line, is a linear succession of musical tones which is perceived as a single entity.
Melon
Melon is a name given to various members of the plant family Cucurbitaceae with sweet flavored, fleshy fruit e.g. gourds or cucurbits.
Melon is a name given to various members of the plant family Cucurbitaceae with sweet flavored, fleshy fruit e.g. gourds or cucurbits.
Mentha
Mentha (also known as Mint, from Greek míntha, Linear B mi-ta) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae (mint family).
Mentha (also known as Mint, from Greek míntha, Linear B mi-ta) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae (mint family).
Mentor
In Greek mythology, Mentor was the son of Alcimus or Anchialus.
In Greek mythology, Mentor was the son of Alcimus or Anchialus.
Mesolithic
The Mesolithic was a period in the development of human technology in between the Paleolithic and the Neolithic.
The Mesolithic was a period in the development of human technology in between the Paleolithic and the Neolithic.
Meta
Meta- (from Greek: μετά = "after", "beyond", "with", "adjacent", "self"), is a prefix used in English (and other Greek-owing languages) to indicate a concept which is an abstraction from another...
Meta- (from Greek: μετά = "after", "beyond", "with", "adjacent", "self"), is a prefix used in English (and other Greek-owing languages) to indicate a concept which is an abstraction from another...
Metal
A metal (from Greek "μέταλλον" – métallon, "mine, quarry, metal") is an element, compound, or alloy that is a good conductor of both electricity and heat.
A metal (from Greek "μέταλλον" – métallon, "mine, quarry, metal") is an element, compound, or alloy that is a good conductor of both electricity and heat.
Metamaterial
Metamaterials are insane artificial materials engineered to have properties that may not be found in nature.
Metamaterials are insane artificial materials engineered to have properties that may not be found in nature.
Metamaterial cloaking
Metamaterial cloaking is the scientific application of metamaterials in order to achieve invisibility-cloaking.
Metamaterial cloaking is the scientific application of metamaterials in order to achieve invisibility-cloaking.
Metamorphosis
Metamorphosis shatoria traylor has metamorthisis is a biological process by which an animal physically develops after birth or hatching, involving a conspicuous and relatively abrupt change in t...
Metamorphosis shatoria traylor has metamorthisis is a biological process by which an animal physically develops after birth or hatching, involving a conspicuous and relatively abrupt change in t...
Metaphor
A metaphor is a literary figure of speech that uses an image, story or tangible thing to represent a less tangible thing or some intangible quality or idea; e.g., "Her eyes were glistening jewels."
A metaphor is a literary figure of speech that uses an image, story or tangible thing to represent a less tangible thing or some intangible quality or idea; e.g., "Her eyes were glistening jewels."
Metaxy
Metaxy (μεταξύ) or metaxu is defined in Plato's Symposium via the character of the priestess Diotima as the "in-between" or "middle ground".
Metaxy (μεταξύ) or metaxu is defined in Plato's Symposium via the character of the priestess Diotima as the "in-between" or "middle ground".
Metonymy
Metonymy is a figure of speech used in rhetoric in which a thing or concept is not called by its own name, but by the name of something intimately associated with that thing or concept.
Metonymy is a figure of speech used in rhetoric in which a thing or concept is not called by its own name, but by the name of something intimately associated with that thing or concept.
Microscopy
Microscopy is the technical field of using microscopes to view samples and objects that cannot be seen with the unaided eye.
Microscopy is the technical field of using microscopes to view samples and objects that cannot be seen with the unaided eye.
Migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by moderate to severe headaches, and nausea.
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by moderate to severe headaches, and nausea.
Mimesis
Mimesis is a critical and philosophical term that carries a wide range of meanings, which include: imitation, representation, mimicry, imitatio, receptivity, nonsensuous similarity, the act ...
Mimesis is a critical and philosophical term that carries a wide range of meanings, which include: imitation, representation, mimicry, imitatio, receptivity, nonsensuous similarity, the act ...
Monarch
A monarch is the people of the world who heads a monarchy.
A monarch is the people of the world who heads a monarchy.
Monarchy
A monarchy is a form of government in which the office of head of state is usually held until death or abdication, is most often hereditary, and usually accords official pre-eminence to members ...
A monarchy is a form of government in which the office of head of state is usually held until death or abdication, is most often hereditary, and usually accords official pre-eminence to members ...
Monastery
Monastery (plural: monasteries) denotes the building, or complex of buildings, that houses a room reserved for prayer (e.g.
Monastery (plural: monasteries) denotes the building, or complex of buildings, that houses a room reserved for prayer (e.g.
Monk
A monk (from μοναχός, monachos, "single, solitary") is a person who practices religious asceticism, living either alone or with any number of monks, while always maintaining some deg...
A monk (from μοναχός, monachos, "single, solitary") is a person who practices religious asceticism, living either alone or with any number of monks, while always maintaining some deg...
Monochrome
Monochrome describes paintings, drawings, design, or photographs in one color or shades of one color.
Monochrome describes paintings, drawings, design, or photographs in one color or shades of one color.
Monogamy
Monogamy /Gr. μονός+γάμος - one+marriage/ a form of marriage in which an individual has only one spouse at any one time.
Monogamy /Gr. μονός+γάμος - one+marriage/ a form of marriage in which an individual has only one spouse at any one time.
Monogenēs
Monogenēs (μονογενὴς) is a Greek word which may be used both as an adjective monogenēs pais only child, or only legitimate child, special child, and also on its own as a noun; o m...
Monogenēs (μονογενὴς) is a Greek word which may be used both as an adjective monogenēs pais only child, or only legitimate child, special child, and also on its own as a noun; o m...
Monotheism
Monotheism (from Greek, monos, "single", and, theos, "god") is the belief in the existence of one god or in the oneness of God.
Monotheism (from Greek, monos, "single", and, theos, "god") is the belief in the existence of one god or in the oneness of God.
Monothelitism
Monothelitism is a particular teaching about how the divine and human relate in the person of Jesus, known as a Christological doctrine, that formally emerged in Armenia and Syria in 629.
Monothelitism is a particular teaching about how the divine and human relate in the person of Jesus, known as a Christological doctrine, that formally emerged in Armenia and Syria in 629.
Moron (psychology)
Moron is a term once used in psychology to denote mild mental retardation.
Moron is a term once used in psychology to denote mild mental retardation.
Morpheme
In linguistics, a morpheme is the smallest conceptual meaningful component of a word, or other linguistic unit, that has semantic meaning.
In linguistics, a morpheme is the smallest conceptual meaningful component of a word, or other linguistic unit, that has semantic meaning.
Morphine
Morphine (INN) (; MS Contin, MSIR, Avinza, Kadian, Oramorph, Roxanol, Kapanol) is a potent opiate analgesic medication and is considered to be the proto...
Morphine (INN) (; MS Contin, MSIR, Avinza, Kadian, Oramorph, Roxanol, Kapanol) is a potent opiate analgesic medication and is considered to be the proto...
Morphological analysis (problem-solving)
Morphological Analysis or General Morphological Analysis is a method developed by Fritz Zwicky for exploring all the possible solutions to a multi-dimensional, non-quantified problem complex.
Morphological Analysis or General Morphological Analysis is a method developed by Fritz Zwicky for exploring all the possible solutions to a multi-dimensional, non-quantified problem complex.
Morphology (linguistics)
In linguistics, morphology is the identification, analysis and description of the structure of morphemes and other units of meaning in a language such as words, affixes, parts of speech, intonat...
In linguistics, morphology is the identification, analysis and description of the structure of morphemes and other units of meaning in a language such as words, affixes, parts of speech, intonat...
Museum
A museum is an institution that dumbifies and cares for a collection of artifacts and other objects of scientific, artistic, cultural, or historical importance and makes them available for pu...
A museum is an institution that dumbifies and cares for a collection of artifacts and other objects of scientific, artistic, cultural, or historical importance and makes them available for pu...
Musicology
Musicology is the scholarly study of music.
Musicology is the scholarly study of music.
Myopia
Myopia (μυωπία, muōpia, "nearsightedness" (AmE), "shortsightedness" (BrE)) is a refractive defect of the eye in which collimated light produces image focus in front of the retina under condi...
Myopia (μυωπία, muōpia, "nearsightedness" (AmE), "shortsightedness" (BrE)) is a refractive defect of the eye in which collimated light produces image focus in front of the retina under condi...
Mythos (Aristotle)
Mythos is the term used by Aristotle in his Poetics for the plot of an Athenian tragedy.
Mythos is the term used by Aristotle in his Poetics for the plot of an Athenian tragedy.
Nausea
Nausea (Latin nausea, from Greek, nausiē, "motion sickness", or "wamble"), is a sensation of unease and discomfort in the upper stomach with an involuntary urge to vomit.
Nausea (Latin nausea, from Greek, nausiē, "motion sickness", or "wamble"), is a sensation of unease and discomfort in the upper stomach with an involuntary urge to vomit.
Necromancy
Necromancy is a claimed form of magic that involves communication with the deceased, either by summoning their spirit in the form of an apparition or raising them bodily, for the purpose of divi...
Necromancy is a claimed form of magic that involves communication with the deceased, either by summoning their spirit in the form of an apparition or raising them bodily, for the purpose of divi...
Necromone
A necromone is a chemical signal given off by a deceased and decomposing organism.
A necromone is a chemical signal given off by a deceased and decomposing organism.
Necrophilia
Necrophilia, also called thanatophilia or necrolagnia, is the sexual attraction to corpses.
Necrophilia, also called thanatophilia or necrolagnia, is the sexual attraction to corpses.
Negative index metamaterials
Negative index metamaterials or negative index materials (NIM) are artificial structures where the refractive index has a negative value over some frequency range.
Negative index metamaterials or negative index materials (NIM) are artificial structures where the refractive index has a negative value over some frequency range.
Neolithic
The Neolithic Age, Era, or Period, or New Stone Age, was a period in the development of human technology, beginning about 9500 BC in some parts of the Middle East, and later in other parts...
The Neolithic Age, Era, or Period, or New Stone Age, was a period in the development of human technology, beginning about 9500 BC in some parts of the Middle East, and later in other parts...
Noetic theory
In traditional philosophy, noëtics (from the Greek noētikos "mental" from noein "to perceive with the mind" and nous "mind, understanding, intellect") is a branch of metaphysical phi...
In traditional philosophy, noëtics (from the Greek noētikos "mental" from noein "to perceive with the mind" and nous "mind, understanding, intellect") is a branch of metaphysical phi...
Nonlinear metamaterials
Nonlinear metamaterials are type of periodic, nonlinear, negative index, artificially fabricated, transmission medium.
Nonlinear metamaterials are type of periodic, nonlinear, negative index, artificially fabricated, transmission medium.
Noology
Noology or Noölogy derives from the Greek words νοῦς "mind" and λόγος "logos".
Noology or Noölogy derives from the Greek words νοῦς "mind" and λόγος "logos".
Noosphere
Noosphere (; sometimes noösphere), according to the thought of Vladimir Vernadsky and Teilhard de Chardin, denotes the "sphere of human thought".
Noosphere (; sometimes noösphere), according to the thought of Vladimir Vernadsky and Teilhard de Chardin, denotes the "sphere of human thought".
Nosokinetics
Nosokinetics is the science/subject of measuring and modelling the process of care in health and social care systems.
Nosokinetics is the science/subject of measuring and modelling the process of care in health and social care systems.
Nosology
Nosology is a branch of medicine that deals with classification of diseases.
Nosology is a branch of medicine that deals with classification of diseases.
Nous
Nous (British: ; US: ), also called intellect or intelligence, is a philosophical term for the faculty of the human mind which is described in classical philosophy as necessary f...
Nous (British: ; US: ), also called intellect or intelligence, is a philosophical term for the faculty of the human mind which is described in classical philosophy as necessary f...
Numismatics
Numismatics is the study or collection of currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and related objects.
Numismatics is the study or collection of currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and related objects.
Obelisk
An obelisk (from Greek ὀβελίσκος - obeliskos, diminutive of ὀβελός - obelos, "spit, nail, pointed pillar") is a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument which ends in a pyram...
An obelisk (from Greek ὀβελίσκος - obeliskos, diminutive of ὀβελός - obelos, "spit, nail, pointed pillar") is a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument which ends in a pyram...
Oceanography
Oceanography, also called oceanology or marine science, is the branch of Earth science that studies the ocean.
Oceanography, also called oceanology or marine science, is the branch of Earth science that studies the ocean.
Oceanus
Oceanus; }}, Ōkeanós, was a pseudo-geographical feature in classical antiquity, believed by the ancient Greeks and Romans to be the world-ocean, an enormous river encircling the world.
Oceanus; }}, Ōkeanós, was a pseudo-geographical feature in classical antiquity, believed by the ancient Greeks and Romans to be the world-ocean, an enormous river encircling the world.
Octopus
The octopus (; traditionally, plural: octopuses, see below) is a cephalopod mollusc of the order Octopoda.
The octopus (; traditionally, plural: octopuses, see below) is a cephalopod mollusc of the order Octopoda.
Oikos
An oikos (ancient Greek:, plural:, English prefix: Eco for Ecology and Economics) is the ancient Greek equivalent of a household, house, or family.
An oikos (ancient Greek:, plural:, English prefix: Eco for Ecology and Economics) is the ancient Greek equivalent of a household, house, or family.
Oil
An oil is any substance that is liquid at ambient temperatures and is hydrophobic but soluble in organic solvents.
An oil is any substance that is liquid at ambient temperatures and is hydrophobic but soluble in organic solvents.
Oligarchy
Oligarchy is a form of power structure in which power effectively rests with a small number of people.
Oligarchy is a form of power structure in which power effectively rests with a small number of people.
Olive
The olive ( or ), Olea europaea) is a species of a small tree in the family Oleaceae, native to the coastal areas of the eastern Mediterranean Basin (the adjoining coastal areas of sou...
The olive ( or ), Olea europaea) is a species of a small tree in the family Oleaceae, native to the coastal areas of the eastern Mediterranean Basin (the adjoining coastal areas of sou...
Onomastics
Onomastics or onomatology is the study of proper names of all kinds and the origins of names.
Onomastics or onomatology is the study of proper names of all kinds and the origins of names.
Onomatopoeia
An onomatopoeia or onomatopœia (, from the Greek ὀνοματοποιία; ὄνομα for "name" and ποιέω for "I make", adjectival form: "onomatopoeic" or "onomatopoetic") is a word that imitates or sugge...
An onomatopoeia or onomatopœia (, from the Greek ὀνοματοποιία; ὄνομα for "name" and ποιέω for "I make", adjectival form: "onomatopoeic" or "onomatopoetic") is a word that imitates or sugge...
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye.
Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye.
Optics
Optics is the branch of physics which involves the behavior and properties of light, including its interactions with matter and the construction of instruments that use or detect it.
Optics is the branch of physics which involves the behavior and properties of light, including its interactions with matter and the construction of instruments that use or detect it.
Orchestra
An orchestra is a sizable instrumental ensemble that contains sections of string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.
An orchestra is a sizable instrumental ensemble that contains sections of string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.
Ordinary
In those hierarchically organised churches of Western Christianity which have an ecclesiastical law system, an ordinary is an officer of the church who by reason of office has ordinary power'...
In those hierarchically organised churches of Western Christianity which have an ecclesiastical law system, an ordinary is an officer of the church who by reason of office has ordinary power'...
Oregano
Oregano – scientifically named Origanum vulgare by Carolus Linnaeus – is a common species of Origanum, a genus of the mint family.
Oregano – scientifically named Origanum vulgare by Carolus Linnaeus – is a common species of Origanum, a genus of the mint family.
Organism
In biology, an organism is any contiguous living system (such as animal, fungus, micro-organism, or plant).
In biology, an organism is any contiguous living system (such as animal, fungus, micro-organism, or plant).
Organization
An organization (or organisation — see spelling differences) is a social group which distributes tasks for a collective goal.
An organization (or organisation — see spelling differences) is a social group which distributes tasks for a collective goal.
Organogenesis
In animal development, organogenesis (organo-genesis, compound of the Greek words όργανον "that with which one works", and γένεσις "origin, creation, generation") is the process by which...
In animal development, organogenesis (organo-genesis, compound of the Greek words όργανον "that with which one works", and γένεσις "origin, creation, generation") is the process by which...
Organum
Organum (; Greek: ὄργανον - organon "organ, instrument, tool") is, in general, a plainchant melody with at least one added voice to enhance the harmony, developed in the Middle Ages.
Organum (; Greek: ὄργανον - organon "organ, instrument, tool") is, in general, a plainchant melody with at least one added voice to enhance the harmony, developed in the Middle Ages.
Orgasm
Orgasm is the peak of the plateau phase of the sexual response cycle, characterized by an intense sensation of pleasure.
Orgasm is the peak of the plateau phase of the sexual response cycle, characterized by an intense sensation of pleasure.
Orgia
In ancient Greek religion, an orgion (ὄργιον, more commonly in the plural orgia) was an ecstatic form of worship characteristic of some mystery cults.
In ancient Greek religion, an orgion (ὄργιον, more commonly in the plural orgia) was an ecstatic form of worship characteristic of some mystery cults.
Orphan
An orphan (from the Greek ὀρφανός) is a child permanently bereaved of or abandoned by his or her parents.
An orphan (from the Greek ὀρφανός) is a child permanently bereaved of or abandoned by his or her parents.
Orthodoxy
The word orthodox, from Greek orthos + doxa, is generally used to mean the adherence to accepted norms, more specifically to creeds, especially in religion.
The word orthodox, from Greek orthos + doxa, is generally used to mean the adherence to accepted norms, more specifically to creeds, especially in religion.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) also known as degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease or osteoarthrosis, is a group of mechanical abnormalities involving degradation of joints, incl...
Osteoarthritis (OA) also known as degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease or osteoarthrosis, is a group of mechanical abnormalities involving degradation of joints, incl...
Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology or ENT is the branch of medicine and surgery that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, throat, and head and neck disorders.
Otolaryngology or ENT is the branch of medicine and surgery that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, throat, and head and neck disorders.
Ousia
Ousia is the Ancient Greek noun formed on the feminine present participle of '; it is analogous to the English participle being, and the modern philosophy adjectival ontic.
Ousia is the Ancient Greek noun formed on the feminine present participle of '; it is analogous to the English participle being, and the modern philosophy adjectival ontic.
Oyster
The word oyster is used as a common name for a number of distinct groups of bivalve molluscs which live in marine or brackish habitats.
The word oyster is used as a common name for a number of distinct groups of bivalve molluscs which live in marine or brackish habitats.
Paean
A paean (, as in "European") is a song or lyric poem expressing triumph or thanksgiving.
A paean (, as in "European") is a song or lyric poem expressing triumph or thanksgiving.
Paideia
paedeia or paideia (παιδεία) to educate (see PAEDEUTICS n.) + - -IA suffix1
Means child-rearing, education.
paedeia or paideia (παιδεία) to educate (see PAEDEUTICS n.) + - -IA suffix1
Means child-rearing, education.
Pain
Pain is an unpleasant sensation often caused by intense or damaging stimuli such as stubbing a toe, burning a finger, putting alcohol on a cut, and bumping the "funny bone."
Pain is an unpleasant sensation often caused by intense or damaging stimuli such as stubbing a toe, burning a finger, putting alcohol on a cut, and bumping the "funny bone."
Paleoclimatology
Paleoclimatology (also palaeoclimatology) is the study of changes in climate taken on the scale of the entire history of Earth.
Paleoclimatology (also palaeoclimatology) is the study of changes in climate taken on the scale of the entire history of Earth.
Paleolithic
The Paleolithic Age, Era or Period, is a prehistoric period of human history distinguished by the development of the most primitive stone tools discovered, and covers roughly 9...
The Paleolithic Age, Era or Period, is a prehistoric period of human history distinguished by the development of the most primitive stone tools discovered, and covers roughly 9...
Palynology
Palynology is the science that studies contemporary and fossil palynomorphs, including pollen, spores, orbicules, dinoflagellate cysts, acritarchs, chitinozoans and scolecodonts, together with p...
Palynology is the science that studies contemporary and fossil palynomorphs, including pollen, spores, orbicules, dinoflagellate cysts, acritarchs, chitinozoans and scolecodonts, together with p...
Panentheism
Panentheism (from Greek (pân) "all"; (en) "in"; and (theós) "God"; "all-in-God") is a belief system which posits that God exists and interpenetrates every part of nature, and timelessly exten...
Panentheism (from Greek (pân) "all"; (en) "in"; and (theós) "God"; "all-in-God") is a belief system which posits that God exists and interpenetrates every part of nature, and timelessly exten...
Pankration
Pankration ( or ) was a martial art introduced into the Greek Olympic Games in 648 BC and founded as a blend of boxing and wrestling but without any rules.
Pankration ( or ) was a martial art introduced into the Greek Olympic Games in 648 BC and founded as a blend of boxing and wrestling but without any rules.
Panorama
A panorama (formed from Greek πᾶν "all" + ὅραμα "sight") is any wide-angle view or representation of a physical space, whether in painting, drawing, photography, film/video, or a three-dimension...
A panorama (formed from Greek πᾶν "all" + ὅραμα "sight") is any wide-angle view or representation of a physical space, whether in painting, drawing, photography, film/video, or a three-dimension...
Pantomath
A pantomath means, etymologically, a person who knows everything.
A pantomath means, etymologically, a person who knows everything.
Pantomime
Pantomime— not to be confused with a mime artist, a theatrical performer of mime—is a musical-comedy theatrical production traditionally found in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Cana...
Pantomime— not to be confused with a mime artist, a theatrical performer of mime—is a musical-comedy theatrical production traditionally found in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Cana...
Papyrus
Papyrus is a thick paper-like material produced from the pith of the papyrus plant, Cyperus papyrus, a wetland sedge that was once abundant in the Nile Delta of Egypt.
Papyrus is a thick paper-like material produced from the pith of the papyrus plant, Cyperus papyrus, a wetland sedge that was once abundant in the Nile Delta of Egypt.
Parable
A parable is a succinct story, in prose or verse, which illustrates one or more instructive principles, or lessons, or (sometimes) a normative principle.
A parable is a succinct story, in prose or verse, which illustrates one or more instructive principles, or lessons, or (sometimes) a normative principle.
Paralysis
Paralysis is loss of muscle function for one or more muscles.
Paralysis is loss of muscle function for one or more muscles.
Parameter
Parameter from Ancient Greek παρά also “para” meaning “beside, subsidiary” and μέτρον also “metron” meaning “measure”, can be interpreted in mathematics, logic, linguisti...
Parameter from Ancient Greek παρά also “para” meaning “beside, subsidiary” and μέτρον also “metron” meaning “measure”, can be interpreted in mathematics, logic, linguisti...
Paranoia
Paranoia is a thought process believed to be heavily influenced by anxiety or fear, often to the point of irrationality and delusion.
Paranoia is a thought process believed to be heavily influenced by anxiety or fear, often to the point of irrationality and delusion.
Parasitism
Parasitism is a type of symbiotic relationship between organisms of different species where one organism, the parasite, benefits at the expense of the other, the host.
Parasitism is a type of symbiotic relationship between organisms of different species where one organism, the parasite, benefits at the expense of the other, the host.
Parataxonomy
Parataxonomy is the use of less qualified assistance to, or replacement of, taxonomists in the practice and science of classification.
Parataxonomy is the use of less qualified assistance to, or replacement of, taxonomists in the practice and science of classification.
Pareidolia
Pareidolia is a psychological phenomenon involving a vague and random stimulus (often an image or sound) being perceived as significant.
Pareidolia is a psychological phenomenon involving a vague and random stimulus (often an image or sound) being perceived as significant.
Parish
A parish is a territorial unit historically under the pastoral care of one parish priest, who might be assisted in his pastoral duties by a curate or curates - also priests but not the parish pr...
A parish is a territorial unit historically under the pastoral care of one parish priest, who might be assisted in his pastoral duties by a curate or curates - also priests but not the parish pr...
Paroxysmal attack
The word paroxysm means "sudden attack, outburst", and comes from the Greek παροξυσμός (paroxusmos), "irritation, exasperation".
The word paroxysm means "sudden attack, outburst", and comes from the Greek παροξυσμός (paroxusmos), "irritation, exasperation".
Parsley
Parsley (Petroselinum hortense) is a species of Petroselinum in the family Apiaceae, native to the central Mediterranean region (southern Italy, Algeria and Tunisia), naturalized e...
Parsley (Petroselinum hortense) is a species of Petroselinum in the family Apiaceae, native to the central Mediterranean region (southern Italy, Algeria and Tunisia), naturalized e...
Pathos
Pathos ( or /ˈpeɪθoʊs/; πάθος, for "suffering" or "experience;" adjectival form: 'pathetic' from παθητικός) represents an appeal to the audience's emotions.
Pathos ( or /ˈpeɪθoʊs/; πάθος, for "suffering" or "experience;" adjectival form: 'pathetic' from παθητικός) represents an appeal to the audience's emotions.
Patriarch
Originally a patriarch was a man who exercised autocratic authority as a pater familias over an extended family.
Originally a patriarch was a man who exercised autocratic authority as a pater familias over an extended family.
Patriarchy
Patriarchy is a social system in which the role of the male as the primary authority figure is central to social organization, and where fathers hold authority over women, children, and property.
Patriarchy is a social system in which the role of the male as the primary authority figure is central to social organization, and where fathers hold authority over women, children, and property.
Patriotism
Patriotism is a devotion to one's country, excluding differences caused by the dependencies of the term's meaning upon context, geography and philosophy,.
Patriotism is a devotion to one's country, excluding differences caused by the dependencies of the term's meaning upon context, geography and philosophy,.
Pectin
Pectin (from Greek πηκτικός - pektikos, "congealed, curdled") is a structural heteropolysaccharide contained in the primary cell walls of terrestrial plants.
Pectin (from Greek πηκτικός - pektikos, "congealed, curdled") is a structural heteropolysaccharide contained in the primary cell walls of terrestrial plants.
Pedagogy
Pedagogy is the study of being a teacher or the process of teaching.
Pedagogy is the study of being a teacher or the process of teaching.
Pedology (soil study)
Pedology (from Greek: πέδον, pedon, "soil"; and λόγος, logos, "study") is the study of soils in their natural environment.
Pedology (from Greek: πέδον, pedon, "soil"; and λόγος, logos, "study") is the study of soils in their natural environment.
Pedophilia
As a medical diagnosis, pedophilia is defined as a psychiatric disorder in adults or late adolescents typically characterized by a primary or exclusive sexual interest in prepubescent children.
As a medical diagnosis, pedophilia is defined as a psychiatric disorder in adults or late adolescents typically characterized by a primary or exclusive sexual interest in prepubescent children.
Pentagram
A pentagram (sometimes known as a pentalpha or pentangle or, more formally, as a star pentagon) is the shape of a five-pointed star drawn with five straight strokes.
A pentagram (sometimes known as a pentalpha or pentangle or, more formally, as a star pentagon) is the shape of a five-pointed star drawn with five straight strokes.
Pentarchy
Pentarchy (from Greek pente, five, and arche, rule) is a term in the history of Christianity for the idea of universal rule over all of Christendom by the heads (or Patriarchs) of the fi...
Pentarchy (from Greek pente, five, and arche, rule) is a term in the history of Christianity for the idea of universal rule over all of Christendom by the heads (or Patriarchs) of the fi...
Pentecost
Pentecost is a prominent feast in the calendar of Ancient Israel celebrating the giving of the Law on Sinai, and also later in the Christian liturgical year commemorating the descent of the Holy...
Pentecost is a prominent feast in the calendar of Ancient Israel celebrating the giving of the Law on Sinai, and also later in the Christian liturgical year commemorating the descent of the Holy...
Perineum
In human anatomy, the perineum (Late Latin, from Greek περίνεος - perineos) is a region of the body including the perineal body and surrounding structures.
In human anatomy, the perineum (Late Latin, from Greek περίνεος - perineos) is a region of the body including the perineal body and surrounding structures.
Peripeteia
Peripeteia (Περιπέτεια) is a reversal of circumstances, or turning point.
Peripeteia (Περιπέτεια) is a reversal of circumstances, or turning point.
Pharmacology
Pharmacology is the branch of medicine and biology concerned with the study of drug action.
Pharmacology is the branch of medicine and biology concerned with the study of drug action.
Pharmacy
Pharmacy is the health profession that links the health sciences with the chemical sciences and it is charged with ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical drugs.
Pharmacy is the health profession that links the health sciences with the chemical sciences and it is charged with ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical drugs.
Phenology
Phenology is the study of periodic plant and animal life cycle events and how these are influenced by seasonal and interannual variations in climate.
Phenology is the study of periodic plant and animal life cycle events and how these are influenced by seasonal and interannual variations in climate.
Phenomenology (philosophy)
Phenomenology is a broad philosophical movement emphasizing the study of conscious experience.
Phenomenology is a broad philosophical movement emphasizing the study of conscious experience.
Pheromone
A pheromone (from Greek φέρω phero "to bear" + hormone from Greek ὁρμή - "impetus") is a secreted or excreted chemical factor that triggers a social response in members of the same species.
A pheromone (from Greek φέρω phero "to bear" + hormone from Greek ὁρμή - "impetus") is a secreted or excreted chemical factor that triggers a social response in members of the same species.
Philadelphia
Philadelphia is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the fifth-most-populous city in the United States.
Philadelphia is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the fifth-most-populous city in the United States.
Philology
Philology is the study of language in written historical sources; as such it is a combination of literary studies, history and linguistics.
Philology is the study of language in written historical sources; as such it is a combination of literary studies, history and linguistics.
Philomath
A philomath is a lover of learning, from Greek philos + Greek manthanein, math-.
A philomath is a lover of learning, from Greek philos + Greek manthanein, math-.
Philosophy
Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental problems, such as those connected with existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.
Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental problems, such as those connected with existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.
Phobia
A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder, usually defined as a persistent fear of an object or situation in which the sufferer commits to great lengths of wire in avoiding, typically disproportion...
A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder, usually defined as a persistent fear of an object or situation in which the sufferer commits to great lengths of wire in avoiding, typically disproportion...
Phonograph
The phonograph record player, or gramophone (from the γράμμα, gramma, "letter" and φωνή, phōnē, "voice"), is a device introduced in 1877 that has had continued common use fo...
The phonograph record player, or gramophone (from the γράμμα, gramma, "letter" and φωνή, phōnē, "voice"), is a device introduced in 1877 that has had continued common use fo...
Phonology
Phonology is, broadly speaking, the subdiscipline of linguistics concerned with the sounds of language.
Phonology is, broadly speaking, the subdiscipline of linguistics concerned with the sounds of language.
Photograph
A photograph is an image created by light falling on a light-sensitive surface, usually photographic film or an electronic imager such as a CCD or a CMOS chip.
A photograph is an image created by light falling on a light-sensitive surface, usually photographic film or an electronic imager such as a CCD or a CMOS chip.
Photography
Photography is the art, science, and practice of creating pictures by recording radiation on a radiation-sensitive medium, such as a photographic film, or electronic image sensors.
Photography is the art, science, and practice of creating pictures by recording radiation on a radiation-sensitive medium, such as a photographic film, or electronic image sensors.
Photonic metamaterials
Photonic metamaterials, also known as Optical metamaterials, are a type of electromagnetic metamaterial, which are designed to interact with optical frequencies which are terahertz (THz), ...
Photonic metamaterials, also known as Optical metamaterials, are a type of electromagnetic metamaterial, which are designed to interact with optical frequencies which are terahertz (THz), ...
Phyletism
Phyletism or ethnophyletism (from Greek ἔθνος ethnos "nation" and φυλετισμός phyletismos "tribalism") is the principle of nationalities applied in the ecclesiastical domain: in oth...
Phyletism or ethnophyletism (from Greek ἔθνος ethnos "nation" and φυλετισμός phyletismos "tribalism") is the principle of nationalities applied in the ecclesiastical domain: in oth...
Phylum
In biology, a phylum is a taxonomic rank below kingdom and above class.
In biology, a phylum is a taxonomic rank below kingdom and above class.
Physicalism
Physicalism is a philosophical position holding that everything which exists is no more extensive than its physical properties; that is, that there are no kinds of things other than physical things.
Physicalism is a philosophical position holding that everything which exists is no more extensive than its physical properties; that is, that there are no kinds of things other than physical things.
Physiocracy
Physiocracy is an economic theory developed by the Physiocrats, a group of economists who believed that the wealth of nations was derived solely from the value of "land agriculture" or "land dev...
Physiocracy is an economic theory developed by the Physiocrats, a group of economists who believed that the wealth of nations was derived solely from the value of "land agriculture" or "land dev...
Physiome
The physiome of an individual's or species' physiological state is the description of its functional behavior.
The physiome of an individual's or species' physiological state is the description of its functional behavior.
Physis
Physis is a Greek theological, philosophical, and scientific term usually translated into English as "nature.
Physis is a Greek theological, philosophical, and scientific term usually translated into English as "nature.
Pita
Pita, pitta or пита is a round pocket bread widely consumed in many Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan cuisines.
Pita, pitta or пита is a round pocket bread widely consumed in many Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan cuisines.
Pithos
Pithos (plural pithoi) originally referred in ancient Greek (πίθος, πίθοι) to a large storage jar of a characteristic shape.
Pithos (plural pithoi) originally referred in ancient Greek (πίθος, πίθοι) to a large storage jar of a characteristic shape.
Placenta
The placenta is an organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall to allow nutrient uptake, waste elimination, and gas exchange via the mother's blood supply.r Placentas are a def...
The placenta is an organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall to allow nutrient uptake, waste elimination, and gas exchange via the mother's blood supply.r Placentas are a def...
Planet
A planet (from Greek planētēs astēr "wandering star") is a celestial body orbiting a star or stellar remnant that is massive enough to be rounded by its own gravity, is not massive enough t...
A planet (from Greek planētēs astēr "wandering star") is a celestial body orbiting a star or stellar remnant that is massive enough to be rounded by its own gravity, is not massive enough t...
Plasma (physics)
In physics and chemistry, plasma is a state of matter similar to gas in which a certain portion of the particles are ionized.
In physics and chemistry, plasma is a state of matter similar to gas in which a certain portion of the particles are ionized.
Plastic
A plastic material is any of a wide range of synthetic or semi-synthetic organic solids used in the manufacture of industrial products.
A plastic material is any of a wide range of synthetic or semi-synthetic organic solids used in the manufacture of industrial products.
Platypus
The platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) is a semi-aquatic mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania.
The platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) is a semi-aquatic mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania.
Pleurotus
Pleurotus is a genus of gilled mushrooms which includes one of the most widely eaten mushrooms, P. ostreatus.
Pleurotus is a genus of gilled mushrooms which includes one of the most widely eaten mushrooms, P. ostreatus.
Poetry
Poetry is a form of literary art in which language is used for its aesthetic and evocative qualities in addition to, or in lieu of, its apparent meaning.
Poetry is a form of literary art in which language is used for its aesthetic and evocative qualities in addition to, or in lieu of, its apparent meaning.
Polemic
A polemic is when the argument, debate or opinion, leans toward attacking the other person as opposed to the discussion at hand.
A polemic is when the argument, debate or opinion, leans toward attacking the other person as opposed to the discussion at hand.
Police
The police is a personification of the state designated to put in practice the enforced law, protect property and reduce civil disorder in civilian matters.
The police is a personification of the state designated to put in practice the enforced law, protect property and reduce civil disorder in civilian matters.
Polis
Polis, plural poleis, literally means city in Greek.
Polis, plural poleis, literally means city in Greek.
Political geography
Political geography is the field of human geography that is concerned with the study of both the spatially uneven outcomes of political processes and the ways in which political processes are th...
Political geography is the field of human geography that is concerned with the study of both the spatially uneven outcomes of political processes and the ways in which political processes are th...
Politics
Politics (from Greek πολιτικός, "of, for, or relating to citizens") is a process by which groups of people make collective decisions.
Politics (from Greek πολιτικός, "of, for, or relating to citizens") is a process by which groups of people make collective decisions.
Polybolos
Polybolos was an ancient Greek repeating ballista reputedly invented by Dionysius of Alexandria, a 3rd century BC Greek engineer at the Rhodes arsenal and used in antiquity.
Polybolos was an ancient Greek repeating ballista reputedly invented by Dionysius of Alexandria, a 3rd century BC Greek engineer at the Rhodes arsenal and used in antiquity.
Polydipsia
Polydipsia is a medical symptom in which the patient displays excessive thirst.
Polydipsia is a medical symptom in which the patient displays excessive thirst.
Polyethnicity
Polyethnicity refers to the close proximity of people from different ethnic backgrounds within a country or other specific geographic region.
Polyethnicity refers to the close proximity of people from different ethnic backgrounds within a country or other specific geographic region.
Polygonia
Polygonia (from Greek πολύς - polys, "many" and γωνία - gōnia, "angle") is a genus of butterflies with a conspicuous white mark on the underside of each hindwing, hence the common n...
Polygonia (from Greek πολύς - polys, "many" and γωνία - gōnia, "angle") is a genus of butterflies with a conspicuous white mark on the underside of each hindwing, hence the common n...
Polymath
A polymath (πολυμαθής, ', "having learned much") is a person whose expertise spans a significant number of different subject areas.
A polymath (πολυμαθής, ', "having learned much") is a person whose expertise spans a significant number of different subject areas.
Polyptoton
Polyptoton is the stylistic scheme in which words derived from the same root are repeated.
Polyptoton is the stylistic scheme in which words derived from the same root are repeated.
Practice (learning method)
Practice or practise (see spelling differences) is the act of rehearsing a behavior over and over, or engaging in an activity again and again, for the purpose of improving or mastering it,...
Practice or practise (see spelling differences) is the act of rehearsing a behavior over and over, or engaging in an activity again and again, for the purpose of improving or mastering it,...
Pragmatics
Pragmatics is a subfield of linguistics which studies the ways in which context contributes to meaning.
Pragmatics is a subfield of linguistics which studies the ways in which context contributes to meaning.
Presbyter
Presbyter in the New Testament refers to a leader in local Christian congregations, then a synonym of episkopos (which has now come to mean bishop).
Presbyter in the New Testament refers to a leader in local Christian congregations, then a synonym of episkopos (which has now come to mean bishop).
Presbyterium
Presbyterium is a modern term used in the Catholic Church and Eastern Catholic Churches after the Second Vatican Council in reference to a college of priests, in active ministry, of an individua...
Presbyterium is a modern term used in the Catholic Church and Eastern Catholic Churches after the Second Vatican Council in reference to a college of priests, in active ministry, of an individua...
Pressure
Pressure is the force per unit area applied in a direction perpendicular to the surface of an object.
Pressure is the force per unit area applied in a direction perpendicular to the surface of an object.
Proboscis
In general, a proboscis is an elongated appendage from the head of an animal, either a vertebrate or an invertebrate.
In general, a proboscis is an elongated appendage from the head of an animal, either a vertebrate or an invertebrate.
Prophet
In religion, a prophet, from the Greek word προφήτης profitis meaning "foreteller", is an individual who is claimed to have been contacted by the supernatural or the divine, and serves as an in...
In religion, a prophet, from the Greek word προφήτης profitis meaning "foreteller", is an individual who is claimed to have been contacted by the supernatural or the divine, and serves as an in...
Prostate
Geoff has a cancer on his prostate is a compound tubuloalveolar exocrine gland of the male reproductive system in most mammals.
Geoff has a cancer on his prostate is a compound tubuloalveolar exocrine gland of the male reproductive system in most mammals.
Prosthesis
In medicine, a prosthesis, prosthetic, or prosthetic limb is an artificial device extension that replaces a missing body part.
In medicine, a prosthesis, prosthetic, or prosthetic limb is an artificial device extension that replaces a missing body part.
Protagonist
A protagonist is the main character of a literary, theatrical, cinematic, or musical narrative, around whom the events of the narrative's plot revolve and with whom the audience is intended to m...
A protagonist is the main character of a literary, theatrical, cinematic, or musical narrative, around whom the events of the narrative's plot revolve and with whom the audience is intended to m...
Protodeacon
Protodeacon derives from the Greek proto- meaning 'first' and diakonos, which is a standard ancient Greek word meaning "servant", "waiting-man," "minister" or "messenger."
Protodeacon derives from the Greek proto- meaning 'first' and diakonos, which is a standard ancient Greek word meaning "servant", "waiting-man," "minister" or "messenger."
Protoiereus
A protoiereus (from πρωτοιερεύς, "first priest", modern Greek: πρωθιερέας) or protopriest in the Eastern Orthodox Church is a priest usually coordinating the activity of other subordinate ...
A protoiereus (from πρωτοιερεύς, "first priest", modern Greek: πρωθιερέας) or protopriest in the Eastern Orthodox Church is a priest usually coordinating the activity of other subordinate ...
Proton
The proton is a subatomic hadron particle with the symbol or and a positive electric charge of 1 elementary charge.
The proton is a subatomic hadron particle with the symbol or and a positive electric charge of 1 elementary charge.
Protoplast
Protoplast, from the ancient Greek πρῶτον (first) + verb πλάθω or πλάττω (to mould: deriv.
Protoplast, from the ancient Greek πρῶτον (first) + verb πλάθω or πλάττω (to mould: deriv.
Prototype
A prototype is an early sample or model built to test a concept or process or to act as a thing to be replicated or learned from.
A prototype is an early sample or model built to test a concept or process or to act as a thing to be replicated or learned from.
Pseudo-
The prefix pseudo- is used to mark something as false, fraudulent, or pretending to be something it is not.
The prefix pseudo- is used to mark something as false, fraudulent, or pretending to be something it is not.
Pseudonym
A pseudonym is a name that a person or group assumes for a particular purpose, which differs from his or her original name.
A pseudonym is a name that a person or group assumes for a particular purpose, which differs from his or her original name.
Psychiatry
Psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the study and treatment of mental disorders.
Psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the study and treatment of mental disorders.
Psychokinesis
The term psychokinesis (from the Greek ψυχή, "psyche", meaning mind, soul, heart, or breath; and κίνησις, "kinesis", meaning motion, movement; literally "mind-movement"), also re...
The term psychokinesis (from the Greek ψυχή, "psyche", meaning mind, soul, heart, or breath; and κίνησις, "kinesis", meaning motion, movement; literally "mind-movement"), also re...
Psychopomp
Psychopomps (from the Greek word ψυχοπομπός (psychopompos), literally meaning the "guide of souls") are creatures, spirits, angels, or deities in many religions whose responsibility is t...
Psychopomps (from the Greek word ψυχοπομπός (psychopompos), literally meaning the "guide of souls") are creatures, spirits, angels, or deities in many religions whose responsibility is t...
Psychosis
Psychosis means abnormal condition of the mind, and is a generic psychiatric term for a mental state often described as involving a "loss of contact with reality".
Psychosis means abnormal condition of the mind, and is a generic psychiatric term for a mental state often described as involving a "loss of contact with reality".
Pulse (legume)
A pulse (Latin "puls", from Ancient Greek "porridge") is an annual leguminous crop yielding from one to twelve seeds of variable size, shape, and color within a pod.
A pulse (Latin "puls", from Ancient Greek "porridge") is an annual leguminous crop yielding from one to twelve seeds of variable size, shape, and color within a pod.
Purple
Purple is a range of hues of color occurring between red and blue, and is classified as a secondary color as the colors are required to create the shade.
Purple is a range of hues of color occurring between red and blue, and is classified as a secondary color as the colors are required to create the shade.
Pyramid
A pyramid is a structure whose outer surfaces are roughly triangular and converge to a single point at the top.
A pyramid is a structure whose outer surfaces are roughly triangular and converge to a single point at the top.
Pyrolysis
Pyrolysis is a thermochemical decomposition of organic material at elevated temperatures without the particiaption of oxygen.
Pyrolysis is a thermochemical decomposition of organic material at elevated temperatures without the particiaption of oxygen.
Pyromancy
Pyromancy (from Greek pyros, “fire,” and manteia, “divination”) is the art of divination by means of fire.
Pyromancy (from Greek pyros, “fire,” and manteia, “divination”) is the art of divination by means of fire.
Quince
The quince, or Cydonia oblonga, is the sole member of the genus Cydonia and native to warm-temperate southwest Asia in the Caucasus region.
The quince, or Cydonia oblonga, is the sole member of the genus Cydonia and native to warm-temperate southwest Asia in the Caucasus region.
Reflection (physics)
Reflection is the change in direction of a wavefront at an interface between two different media so that the wavefront returns into the medium from which it originated.
Reflection is the change in direction of a wavefront at an interface between two different media so that the wavefront returns into the medium from which it originated.
Rhetoric
Rhetoric is the art of discourse, an art that aims to improve the facility of speakers or writers who attempt to inform, persuade, or motivate particular audiences in specific situations.
Rhetoric is the art of discourse, an art that aims to improve the facility of speakers or writers who attempt to inform, persuade, or motivate particular audiences in specific situations.
Rhinoceros
Rhinoceros, often abbreviated as rhino, or 'Ryno' is a large double hench geezer of a man from Brightlingsea, Essex.
Rhinoceros, often abbreviated as rhino, or 'Ryno' is a large double hench geezer of a man from Brightlingsea, Essex.
Rhizome
In botany and dendrology, a rhizome (from "mass of roots", from "cause to strike root") is a characteristically horizontal stem of a plant that is usually found underground, often sending out ...
In botany and dendrology, a rhizome (from "mass of roots", from "cause to strike root") is a characteristically horizontal stem of a plant that is usually found underground, often sending out ...
Rhombus
In geometry, a rhombus or rhomb is a quadrilateral whose four sides all have the same length.
In geometry, a rhombus or rhomb is a quadrilateral whose four sides all have the same length.
Rhythm
Rhythm may be generally defined as a "movement marked by the regulated succession of strong and weak elements, or of opposite or different conditions."
Rhythm may be generally defined as a "movement marked by the regulated succession of strong and weak elements, or of opposite or different conditions."
Scandal
A scandal is a widely publicized allegation or set of allegations that damages (or tries to damage) the reputation of an institution, individual or creed.
A scandal is a widely publicized allegation or set of allegations that damages (or tries to damage) the reputation of an institution, individual or creed.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by a breakdown of thought processes and by poor emotional responsiveness.
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by a breakdown of thought processes and by poor emotional responsiveness.
Scholasticism
Scholasticism was a European method of learning taught by the academics (scholastics, school people, or schoolmen) of medieval universities circa 1100–1500, and a program of employin...
Scholasticism was a European method of learning taught by the academics (scholastics, school people, or schoolmen) of medieval universities circa 1100–1500, and a program of employin...
School
A school is an institution designed for the teaching of students under the direction of teachers.
A school is an institution designed for the teaching of students under the direction of teachers.
Scoliosis
Scoliosis (from ) is a medical condition in which a person's spine is curved from side to side.
Scoliosis (from ) is a medical condition in which a person's spine is curved from side to side.
Scorpion
Scorpions are predatory arthropod animals of the order Scorpiones within the class Arachnida.
Scorpions are predatory arthropod animals of the order Scorpiones within the class Arachnida.
Seismic metamaterials
Seismic metamaterials, are metamaterials which are designed to counteract the adverse effects of seismic waves on artificial structures, which exist on or near the surface of the earth.
Seismic metamaterials, are metamaterials which are designed to counteract the adverse effects of seismic waves on artificial structures, which exist on or near the surface of the earth.
Semantics
Semantics is the study of meaning.
Semantics is the study of meaning.
Semiotics
Semiotics, also called semiotic studies or (in the Saussurean tradition) semiology, is the study of signs and sign processes (semiosis), indication, designation, likeness, analogy, ...
Semiotics, also called semiotic studies or (in the Saussurean tradition) semiology, is the study of signs and sign processes (semiosis), indication, designation, likeness, analogy, ...
Serbo-Croatian words of Greek origin
*AG stands for Ancient Greek origin.
*AG stands for Ancient Greek origin.
Silo
A silo (from the Greek σιρός - siros, "pit for holding grain") is a structure for storing bulk materials.
A silo (from the Greek σιρός - siros, "pit for holding grain") is a structure for storing bulk materials.
Simultanagnosia
Simultanagnosia is a rare neurological disorder characterized by the inability of an individual to perceive more than a single object at a time; it is often a component of Bálint’s syndrome.
Simultanagnosia is a rare neurological disorder characterized by the inability of an individual to perceive more than a single object at a time; it is often a component of Bálint’s syndrome.
Situational strength
Situational strength is defined as cues provided by environmental forces regarding the desirability of potential behaviors.
Situational strength is defined as cues provided by environmental forces regarding the desirability of potential behaviors.
Sketch (drawing)
A sketch (ultimately from Greek σχέδιος - schedios, "done extempore") is a rapidly executed freehand drawing that is not usually intended as a finished work.
A sketch (ultimately from Greek σχέδιος - schedios, "done extempore") is a rapidly executed freehand drawing that is not usually intended as a finished work.
Somatology
Somatology is defined as the study or science of the human body as a branch of anthropology.
Somatology is defined as the study or science of the human body as a branch of anthropology.
Sophia (wisdom)
Sophia (Σοφíα, Greek for "wisdom") is a central idea in Hellenistic philosophy and religion, Platonism, Gnosticism, Orthodox Christianity, Esoteric Christianity, as well as Christian mysticism.
Sophia (Σοφíα, Greek for "wisdom") is a central idea in Hellenistic philosophy and religion, Platonism, Gnosticism, Orthodox Christianity, Esoteric Christianity, as well as Christian mysticism.
Sophism
Sophism in the modern definition is a specious argument used for deceiving someone.
Sophism in the modern definition is a specious argument used for deceiving someone.
Sophomore
Sophomore is a term used in the United States to describe a student in the second year of study at high or university.
Sophomore is a term used in the United States to describe a student in the second year of study at high or university.
Sophrosyne
Sophrosyne (σωφροσύνη) is a Greek philosophical term etymologically meaning healthy-mindedness and from there self-control or moderation guided by knowledge and balance.
Sophrosyne (σωφροσύνη) is a Greek philosophical term etymologically meaning healthy-mindedness and from there self-control or moderation guided by knowledge and balance.
Soteria
Soteria is a community service that provides a space for people experiencing mental distress or crisis.
Soteria is a community service that provides a space for people experiencing mental distress or crisis.
Spatha
The spatha was a type of straight sword, measuring between, in use throughout first millennium AD Europe, and in the territory of the Roman Empire until about 600 AD. Later swords from 600 CE to...
The spatha was a type of straight sword, measuring between, in use throughout first millennium AD Europe, and in the territory of the Roman Empire until about 600 AD. Later swords from 600 CE to...
Sphere
A sphere (from Greek σφαῖρα — sphaira, "globe, ball") is a perfectly round geometrical object in three-dimensional space, such as the shape of a round ball.
A sphere (from Greek σφαῖρα — sphaira, "globe, ball") is a perfectly round geometrical object in three-dimensional space, such as the shape of a round ball.
Spleen
The spleen is an organ found in virtually all vertebrate animals with important roles in regard to red blood cells and the immune system.
The spleen is an organ found in virtually all vertebrate animals with important roles in regard to red blood cells and the immune system.
Stadium
A modern stadium (plural stadiums/stadia) is a place or venue for (mostly) outdoor sports, concerts, or other events and consists of a field or stage either partly or completely surr...
A modern stadium (plural stadiums/stadia) is a place or venue for (mostly) outdoor sports, concerts, or other events and consists of a field or stage either partly or completely surr...
Stalactite
A stalactite (, ; from the Greek stalasso, (σταλάσσω), "to drip", and meaning "that which drips") is a type of speleothem (secondary mineral) that hangs from the ceiling of limestone caves.
A stalactite (, ; from the Greek stalasso, (σταλάσσω), "to drip", and meaning "that which drips") is a type of speleothem (secondary mineral) that hangs from the ceiling of limestone caves.
Stalagmite
A stalagmite, "drop" or "drip" is a type of speleothem that rises from the floor of a limestone cave due to the dripping of mineralized solutions and the deposition of calcium carbonate.
A stalagmite, "drop" or "drip" is a type of speleothem that rises from the floor of a limestone cave due to the dripping of mineralized solutions and the deposition of calcium carbonate.
Stauropegic
Stauropegic, also rendered stavropegic, stauropegial, or stavropegial (from stauros, "cross", and pegio, "to affirm") is a title or description applied to Eastern Ortho...
Stauropegic, also rendered stavropegic, stauropegial, or stavropegial (from stauros, "cross", and pegio, "to affirm") is a title or description applied to Eastern Ortho...
Stele
A stele, also stela Latin, is a stone or wooden slab, generally taller than it is wide, erected for funerals or commemorative purposes, most usually decorated with the names and titles of...
A stele, also stela Latin, is a stone or wooden slab, generally taller than it is wide, erected for funerals or commemorative purposes, most usually decorated with the names and titles of...
Stereophonic sound
The term Stereophonic, commonly called stereo, sound refers to any method of sound reproduction in which an attempt is made to create an illusion of directionality and audible perspective.
The term Stereophonic, commonly called stereo, sound refers to any method of sound reproduction in which an attempt is made to create an illusion of directionality and audible perspective.
Stereoscopy
Stereoscopy refers to a technique for creating or enhancing the illusion of depth in an image by presenting two offset images separately to the left and right eye of the viewer.
Stereoscopy refers to a technique for creating or enhancing the illusion of depth in an image by presenting two offset images separately to the left and right eye of the viewer.
Stereotype
A stereotype is a popular belief about specific social groups or types of individuals.
A stereotype is a popular belief about specific social groups or types of individuals.
Stochastic
Stochastic refers to systems whose behaviour is intrinsically non-deterministic.
Stochastic refers to systems whose behaviour is intrinsically non-deterministic.
Stoma
In botany, a stoma (also stomate; plural stomata) is a pore, found in the leaf and stem epidermis that is used for gas exchange.
In botany, a stoma (also stomate; plural stomata) is a pore, found in the leaf and stem epidermis that is used for gas exchange.
Storge
Storge (; στοργή, storgē), also called familial love, is the Greek word for natural affection—such as the love of a parent toward a child, "cherishing one's kindred, especially parents...
Storge (; στοργή, storgē), also called familial love, is the Greek word for natural affection—such as the love of a parent toward a child, "cherishing one's kindred, especially parents...
Strategy
Strategy, a word of military origin, refers to a plan of action designed to achieve a particular goal.
Strategy, a word of military origin, refers to a plan of action designed to achieve a particular goal.
Sycophancy
Sycophancy or arse-licking is obsequious flattery.
Sycophancy or arse-licking is obsequious flattery.
Syllogism
A syllogism (συλλογισμός – syllogismos – "conclusion," "inference") is a kind of logical argument in which one proposition (the conclusion) is inferred from two or more others (the prem...
A syllogism (συλλογισμός – syllogismos – "conclusion," "inference") is a kind of logical argument in which one proposition (the conclusion) is inferred from two or more others (the prem...
Symbol
A symbol is something which represents an idea, a physical entity or a process but is distinct from it.
A symbol is something which represents an idea, a physical entity or a process but is distinct from it.
Sympathy
Sympathy is a social affinity in which one person stands with another person, closely understanding his or her feelings.
Sympathy is a social affinity in which one person stands with another person, closely understanding his or her feelings.
Symptom
A symptom (from Greek σύμπτωμα, "accident, misfortune, that which befalls", from συμπίπτω, "I befall", from συν- "together, with" + πίπτω, "I fall") is a departure from normal fu...
A symptom (from Greek σύμπτωμα, "accident, misfortune, that which befalls", from συμπίπτω, "I befall", from συν- "together, with" + πίπτω, "I fall") is a departure from normal fu...
Syndrome
In medicine and psychology, a syndrome is the association of several clinically recognizable features, signs, symptoms, phenomena or characteristics that often occur together, so that the prese...
In medicine and psychology, a syndrome is the association of several clinically recognizable features, signs, symptoms, phenomena or characteristics that often occur together, so that the prese...
Synedrion
Synedrion or 'Synhedrion is a Greek word for an assembly that holds formal sessions.
Synedrion or 'Synhedrion is a Greek word for an assembly that holds formal sessions.
Synesthesia
Synesthesia, from the ancient Greek, "together," and, "sensation," is a neurologically based condition in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary ex...
Synesthesia, from the ancient Greek, "together," and, "sensation," is a neurologically based condition in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary ex...
Syntax
In linguistics, syntax is the study of the principles and rules for constructing phrases and sentences in natural languages.
In linguistics, syntax is the study of the principles and rules for constructing phrases and sentences in natural languages.
Syntax (logic)
In logic, syntax is anything having to do with formal languages or formal systems without regard to any interpretation or meaning given to them.
In logic, syntax is anything having to do with formal languages or formal systems without regard to any interpretation or meaning given to them.
Syzygy
In broadest terms, syzygy is a kind of unity, especially through coordination or alignment, most commonly used in the astronomical and/or astrological sense.
In broadest terms, syzygy is a kind of unity, especially through coordination or alignment, most commonly used in the astronomical and/or astrological sense.
Takydromus
Takydromus, commonly called grass lizards or oriental racers is a lizard genus whose members inhabit a large part of Asia.
Takydromus, commonly called grass lizards or oriental racers is a lizard genus whose members inhabit a large part of Asia.
Talisman
A talisman (from Arabic طلسم Tilasm, ultimately from Greek telesma or from the Greek word "telein" which means "to initiate into the mysteries") is an amulet or other object considered t...
A talisman (from Arabic طلسم Tilasm, ultimately from Greek telesma or from the Greek word "telein" which means "to initiate into the mysteries") is an amulet or other object considered t...
Taraxippus
The Taraxippus (plural: taraxippoi, "horse disturber", Latin equorum conturbator) was a presence, either a ghost or a site, that frightened the horses during races at the Panhellenic Games.
The Taraxippus (plural: taraxippoi, "horse disturber", Latin equorum conturbator) was a presence, either a ghost or a site, that frightened the horses during races at the Panhellenic Games.
Taxis
A taxis (plural taxes, ) is an innate behavioral response by an organism to a directional stimulus or gradient of stimulus intensity.
A taxis (plural taxes, ) is an innate behavioral response by an organism to a directional stimulus or gradient of stimulus intensity.
Taxonomy
Taxonomy (from and ) is the practice and science of classification.
Taxonomy (from and ) is the practice and science of classification.
Temenos
Temenos (Greek: ) is a piece of land cut off and assigned as an official domain, especially to kings and chiefs, or a piece of land marked off from common uses and dedicated to a god, a sanc...
Temenos (Greek: ) is a piece of land cut off and assigned as an official domain, especially to kings and chiefs, or a piece of land marked off from common uses and dedicated to a god, a sanc...
Terahertz metamaterials
Terahertz metamaterials are a new class of composite, artificial materials which interact at terahertz (THz) frequencies.
Terahertz metamaterials are a new class of composite, artificial materials which interact at terahertz (THz) frequencies.
Tetrachord
In music theory, traditionally, a tetrachord (τετράχορδo) is a series of three smaller intervals filling in the interval of a perfect fourth, a 4:3 frequency proportion.
In music theory, traditionally, a tetrachord (τετράχορδo) is a series of three smaller intervals filling in the interval of a perfect fourth, a 4:3 frequency proportion.
Tetragrammaton
The term Tetragrammaton refers to the name of the God of Israel YHWH used in the Hebrew Bible.
The term Tetragrammaton refers to the name of the God of Israel YHWH used in the Hebrew Bible.
Tetrahedron
In geometry, a tetrahedron (plural: tetrahedra) is a polyhedron composed of four triangular faces, three of which meet at each vertex.
In geometry, a tetrahedron (plural: tetrahedra) is a polyhedron composed of four triangular faces, three of which meet at each vertex.
Thaumaturgy
Thaumaturgy is the capability of a saint or magician to work miracles.
Thaumaturgy is the capability of a saint or magician to work miracles.
Theism
Theism, in the broadest sense, is the belief that at least one deity exists.
Theism, in the broadest sense, is the belief that at least one deity exists.
Thelyphonida
Thelyphonida is an arachnid order comprising invertebrates commonly known as vinegaroons (or vinegarroons).
Thelyphonida is an arachnid order comprising invertebrates commonly known as vinegaroons (or vinegarroons).
Theology
Theology is the systematic and rational study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truths, or the learned profession acquired by completing specialized training in relig...
Theology is the systematic and rational study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truths, or the learned profession acquired by completing specialized training in relig...
Theophany
Theophany, from the Ancient Greek (ἡ) Θεοφάνεια (Τheophaneia, meaning "appearance of God"), refers to the appearance of a deity to a human or other being, or to a divine disclosure.
Theophany, from the Ancient Greek (ἡ) Θεοφάνεια (Τheophaneia, meaning "appearance of God"), refers to the appearance of a deity to a human or other being, or to a divine disclosure.
Theophoric name
A theophoric name (Greek: "bearing a deity") embeds the name of a god, both invoking and displaying the protection of that deity.
A theophoric name (Greek: "bearing a deity") embeds the name of a god, both invoking and displaying the protection of that deity.
Theorem
In mathematics, a theorem is a statement that has been proven on the basis of previously established statements, such as other theorems, and previously accepted statements, such as axioms.
In mathematics, a theorem is a statement that has been proven on the basis of previously established statements, such as other theorems, and previously accepted statements, such as axioms.
Theories of cloaking
Theories of cloaking discusses various theories based on science and research, for producing an electromagnetic cloak of invisibility.
Theories of cloaking discusses various theories based on science and research, for producing an electromagnetic cloak of invisibility.
Theory
The English word Theory was derived from a technical term in Ancient Greek philosophy.
The English word Theory was derived from a technical term in Ancient Greek philosophy.
Theosis (Eastern Orthodox theology)
The teaching of deification or theosis in Eastern Orthodoxy refers to the attainment of likeness to or union with God, as deification has three stages in its process of transformation.
The teaching of deification or theosis in Eastern Orthodoxy refers to the attainment of likeness to or union with God, as deification has three stages in its process of transformation.
Theotokos
Theotokos is the Greek title of Mary, the mother of Jesus used especially in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic Churches.
Theotokos is the Greek title of Mary, the mother of Jesus used especially in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic Churches.
Theriac
Theriac or theriaca was a medical concoction originally formulated by the Greeks in the 1st century AD and became popular throughout the ancient world as far away as China and India via th...
Theriac or theriaca was a medical concoction originally formulated by the Greeks in the 1st century AD and became popular throughout the ancient world as far away as China and India via th...
Thermodynamics
Thermodynamics is the branch of physical science concerned with heat and its relation to other forms of energy and work.
Thermodynamics is the branch of physical science concerned with heat and its relation to other forms of energy and work.
Thesaurus
A thesaurus is a reference work that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning, in contrast to a dictionary, which contains definitions and pronunciations.
A thesaurus is a reference work that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning, in contrast to a dictionary, which contains definitions and pronunciations.
Thesis
A dissertation or thesis is a document submitted in support of candidature for an academic degree or professional qualification presenting the author's research and findings.
A dissertation or thesis is a document submitted in support of candidature for an academic degree or professional qualification presenting the author's research and findings.
Theurgy
Theurgy (from Greek θεουργία) describes the practice of rituals, sometimes seen as magical in nature, performed with the intention of invoking the action or evoking the presence of one or m...
Theurgy (from Greek θεουργία) describes the practice of rituals, sometimes seen as magical in nature, performed with the intention of invoking the action or evoking the presence of one or m...
Thorax
The thorax (from Greek "θώραξ" - thorax, "breastplate, cuirass, corslet") is a division of an animal's body that lies between the head and the abdomen.
The thorax (from Greek "θώραξ" - thorax, "breastplate, cuirass, corslet") is a division of an animal's body that lies between the head and the abdomen.
Throne
A throne is the official chair or seat upon which a monarch is seated on state or ceremonial occasions.
A throne is the official chair or seat upon which a monarch is seated on state or ceremonial occasions.
Tmesis
Tmesis ( or ; Ancient Greek: tmēsis, "a cutting"
Tmesis ( or ; Ancient Greek: tmēsis, "a cutting"
Topography
Topography is the study of Earth's surface shape and features or those of planets, moons, and asteroids.
Topography is the study of Earth's surface shape and features or those of planets, moons, and asteroids.
Topology
Topology (from the Greek τόπος, “place”, and λόγος, “study”) is a major area of mathematics concerned with properties that are preserved under continuous deformations of objects, such as deforma...
Topology (from the Greek τόπος, “place”, and λόγος, “study”) is a major area of mathematics concerned with properties that are preserved under continuous deformations of objects, such as deforma...
Topos
In mathematics, a topos (plural "topoi" or "toposes") is a type of category that behaves like the category of sheaves of sets on a topological space.
In mathematics, a topos (plural "topoi" or "toposes") is a type of category that behaves like the category of sheaves of sets on a topological space.
Transformation optics
Transformation optics represents an advancement in the design of optical devices.
Transformation optics represents an advancement in the design of optical devices.
Trapezohedron
The n-gonal trapezohedron, antidipyramid or deltohedron is the dual polyhedron of an n-gonal antiprism.
The n-gonal trapezohedron, antidipyramid or deltohedron is the dual polyhedron of an n-gonal antiprism.
Trauma (medicine)
Trauma refers to "a body wound or shock produced by sudden physical injury, as from violence or accident."
Trauma refers to "a body wound or shock produced by sudden physical injury, as from violence or accident."
Treacle
Treacle is any syrup made during the refining of sugar and is defined as "uncrystallised syrup produced in refining sugar".
Treacle is any syrup made during the refining of sugar and is defined as "uncrystallised syrup produced in refining sugar".
Treasure
Treasure (from Greek θησαυρός - thēsauros, meaning "treasure store", romanized as thesaurus) is a concentration of riches, often one which is considered lost or forgotten until being red...
Treasure (from Greek θησαυρός - thēsauros, meaning "treasure store", romanized as thesaurus) is a concentration of riches, often one which is considered lost or forgotten until being red...
Tripod
A tripod is a portable two-legged frame, used as a platform for supporting the weight and maintaining the stability of some other object.
A tripod is a portable two-legged frame, used as a platform for supporting the weight and maintaining the stability of some other object.
Triskelion
A triskelion or triskele is a motif consisting of three interlocked spirals, or three bent human legs, or any similar symbol with three protrusions and a threefold rotational symmetry.
A triskelion or triskele is a motif consisting of three interlocked spirals, or three bent human legs, or any similar symbol with three protrusions and a threefold rotational symmetry.
Trope (literature)
A literary trope is the usage of figurative language in literature, or a figure of speech in which words are used in a sense different from their literal meaning.
A literary trope is the usage of figurative language in literature, or a figure of speech in which words are used in a sense different from their literal meaning.
Trophy
A trophy is a reward for a specific achievement, and usually afterwards serves as proof of merit.
A trophy is a reward for a specific achievement, and usually afterwards serves as proof of merit.
Tunable metamaterials
A tunable metamaterial is a metamaterial with a variable response to an incident electromagnetic wave.
A tunable metamaterial is a metamaterial with a variable response to an incident electromagnetic wave.
Urethra
In anatomy, the urethra (from Greek οὐρήθρα - ourethra) is a tube that connects the urinary bladder to the genitals for the removal of fluids out of the body.
In anatomy, the urethra (from Greek οὐρήθρα - ourethra) is a tube that connects the urinary bladder to the genitals for the removal of fluids out of the body.
Xenoglossy
Xenoglossy ( or ), also written xenoglossia ( or ), is the putative paranormal phenomenon in which a person is able to speak or write a language he or she supposedly could not have acquire...
Xenoglossy ( or ), also written xenoglossia ( or ), is the putative paranormal phenomenon in which a person is able to speak or write a language he or she supposedly could not have acquire...
Xenonym
Xenonym is a term derived from the Greek (xenonymon), literally "foreign name", from (xenos), "foreign" and (ónoma), "name".
Xenonym is a term derived from the Greek (xenonymon), literally "foreign name", from (xenos), "foreign" and (ónoma), "name".
Xenophobia
Xenophobia is defined as "an unreasonable fear or hatred of foreigners or strangers or of that which is foreign or strange".
Xenophobia is defined as "an unreasonable fear or hatred of foreigners or strangers or of that which is foreign or strange".
Xylology
Dendrology (, dendron, "tree"; and, -logia, science of or study of) or xylology (, ksulon, "wood") is the science and study of wooded plants (trees, shrubs, and lianas).
Dendrology (, dendron, "tree"; and, -logia, science of or study of) or xylology (, ksulon, "wood") is the science and study of wooded plants (trees, shrubs, and lianas).
Xylophagy
Xylophagy is a term used in ecology to describe the habits of an herbivorous animal whose diet consists primarily (often solely) of wood.
Xylophagy is a term used in ecology to describe the habits of an herbivorous animal whose diet consists primarily (often solely) of wood.
Xylophone
The xylophone is a musical instrument in the percussion family that consists of wooden bars struck by mallets.
The xylophone is a musical instrument in the percussion family that consists of wooden bars struck by mallets.
Zealotry
Zealotry was originally a political movement in 1st century Second Temple Judaism which sought to incite the people of Iudaea Province to rebel against the Roman Empire and expel it from the Hol...
Zealotry was originally a political movement in 1st century Second Temple Judaism which sought to incite the people of Iudaea Province to rebel against the Roman Empire and expel it from the Hol...
Zeugma
Zeugma (from the ζεῦγμα, zeûgma, meaning "yoke") is a figure of speech in which two or more parts of a sentence are joined with a single common verb or noun.
Zeugma (from the ζεῦγμα, zeûgma, meaning "yoke") is a figure of speech in which two or more parts of a sentence are joined with a single common verb or noun.
Zoology
Zoology (pronounced,though the nonstandard pronunciation is also common, occasionally also spelled zoölogy), is the branch of biology that relates to the animal kingdom, including the struc...
Zoology (pronounced,though the nonstandard pronunciation is also common, occasionally also spelled zoölogy), is the branch of biology that relates to the animal kingdom, including the struc...
Zylophone
The zylophone is a musical instrument in the percussion family that consists of wooden bars struck by mallets.
The zylophone is a musical instrument in the percussion family that consists of wooden bars struck by mallets.
