English to English Dictionary

Abattoir

A slaughterhouse.

Abbot

A man who is the head of an abbey of monks.

Abdicate

To renounce or relinquish a throne, high office, or responsibility.

Abdication

The formal act of resigning from, relinquishing, or giving up a throne, high office, or formal responsibility.

Abduction

The act of taking someone away by force or deception.

Abecedarian

A person who is learning the alphabet or the basics of a subject.

Abecedarium

A primer or book for teaching the alphabet.

Aberrant

Departing from an accepted standard or norm.

Aberration

A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome.

Abetting

The act of encouraging or assisting someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing.

Abhijat Varg

A social class in Hindu society traditionally associated with higher status and privilege.

Abhor

Regard with disgust and hatred.