English to English Dictionary

Fundamental cause

An underlying social, economic, or environmental condition that affects multiple disease outcomes or phenomena through multiple intervening mechanisms.

Fundamental disagreement

A deep, core conflict of principles, values, or beliefs that makes reconciliation or consensus extremely difficult to achieve.

Fundamental particle

A subatomic particle that is not made up of smaller particles and is a fundamental constituent of matter.

Fundamental problem

A basic or foundational issue that underpins a broader system, theory, or difficulty, and which must be resolved to achieve progress.

Fundamentalist

A person who believes in the strict, literal interpretation of scripture in a religion.

Funkily

In a manner characterized by a strong, earthy groove, syncopated rhythm, or distinctive soul style.

Funkiness

The quality of having a strong, earthy, or musty smell, or a distinctively pungent flavor.

Funktionalprinzip

A principle that describes the function or operation of a system or process.

Furbearer

An animal that bears fur, especially one of a species hunted or trapped commercially for its pelt.

Furl

To roll or fold up and secure neatly, such as a flag, sail, or umbrella.

Furlough

A temporary leave of absence granted to an employee, often due to economic conditions or lack of work.

Furoshiki

A traditional Japanese square cloth used for wrapping, holding, or carrying various objects.