English to English Dictionary

Sabbathism

The observance of the Sabbath as a day of rest and worship.

Sac

A bag- or pouch-like structure in a plant or animal, typically containing fluid.

Saccharin

An artificially produced white crystalline powder that is exceptionally sweet, commonly used as a zero-calorie sugar substitute.

Sacker

A defensive football player who tackles the opposing quarterback behind the line of scrimmage before a forward pass can be thrown.

Sacral

Relating to sacred rites or the sacred.

Sadistic

Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain, suffering, or humiliation on others.

Sailing Close to the Wind

To act in a manner that is risky or borderline acceptable, often in a way that tests the limits of legality or morality.

Saintly

Showing qualities associated with a saint, such as holiness, virtue, or extreme benevolence.

Salmonella

A bacterium that occurs mainly in the intestine, especially a serotype causing food poisoning.

Salvation

Deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss; the state of being saved.

Salvo

A simultaneous discharge of artillery or firearms.

Sanctuary

A place of safety or refuge.