English to English Dictionary

Chippiness

A state of irritability, touchiness, or readiness to take offense, often stemming from an inferiority complex or perceived slights.

Chirality

The geometric property of a figure or object that makes it non-superimposable on its mirror image.

Chiropraxy

A therapeutic practice that involves the manipulation of the spine and other parts of the body to alleviate pain and improve function.

Chivalry

The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code.

Chocho

A butterfly, especially within the context of Japanese culture, nature, or traditional children's songs.

Chondral

Relating to or resembling cartilage.

Chromatic

Relating to or produced by colors; exhibiting vibrant or distinct hues.

Chromatography

An analytical technique for separating a mixture by passing it in solution or suspension through a medium in which the components move at different rates.

Chronic treatment

A long-term management strategy for a persistent medical condition.

Chronicle

A detailed and factual account of historical events in chronological order.

Chronostratigraphy

The branch of geology that studies the age and relative timing of rock layers and their correlation with geological time.

Church-key

A device used for opening crown caps on glass bottles.