English to English Dictionary

segue

An uninterrupted transition from one piece of music or scene to another.

seismology

The branch of science concerned with earthquakes and the propagation of elastic waves through the Earth.

server

A computer or computer program that manages access to a centralized resource or service in a network.

shackle

A metal link or ring used for fastening something or as a fetter for the wrist or ankle.

shackles

A pair of metal rings connected by a chain, used for fastening a prisoner's wrists or ankles.

shank

The part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle, or the corresponding part of an animal's leg.

shift-work

A system of work in which different groups of workers rotate through a schedule of alternating time periods to cover a 24-hour day.

shoal

A large number of fish swimming together.

shoreline

The line where the shore and water meet.

shoulder

The upper joint of each human arm where it connects to the trunk, or the corresponding part in other animals.

shrewdness

The quality of having or showing good powers of judgement; astuteness.

shriek

A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream.