English to English Dictionary

Deep-Fried Turkey

A turkey that has been cooked by submerging it in hot oil, resulting in a crispy exterior and moist interior.

Deep-Sea

The part of the ocean that is deeper than the continental shelf, typically characterized by high pressure and low light.

Deep-freezing

The process of freezing food or other substances very rapidly at very low temperatures to preserve their quality and nutritional value.

Deep-well

A deep bored or drilled hole in the ground used to access and extract water, petroleum, or gas from deep aquifers or geological formations.

Deepening

The process of making something deeper or more intense.

Deerfly

A type of large fly that feeds on the blood of mammals, particularly deer.

Default

A preselected option or setting that is automatically chosen by a computer program or device unless an alternative is specified.

Defaulted Loan

A loan on which the borrower has failed to make the required payments.

Defeat

To win against someone in a battle, game, or contest; to overcome or vanquish an opponent.

Defect

A shortcoming, imperfection, or lack of something necessary for completeness or normal function.

Defective

Having a defect; imperfect or faulty.

Defector

A person who abandons their country or cause in favor of an opposing one.