English to English Dictionary

Shrivel

To wrinkle and become smaller as a result of a loss of moisture or heat.

Shunmaku

A curtain used in traditional Japanese theater to separate scenes.

Shuriyu Igaku

A branch of medicine that emphasizes specific traditional practices and philosophies unique to Japanese culture.

Shuryūigaku

A field of study focused on the mastery of medical practices and theories.

Shut-in

A person who is unable to leave their home because of illness, age, or disability.

Sidepiece

A secondary romantic or sexual partner maintained alongside a primary, committed relationship.

Sigil

A symbol or sign believed to have magical power, often used in rituals.

Signatory

A person, organization, or country that has signed an official document, treaty, or contract, thereby making it legally binding.

Signet

A small seal, especially one used for marking documents, often set in a ring.

Significand

The part of a floating-point number that contains its significant digits.

Siliceous

Pertaining to or containing silica, especially in the form of silicates.

Silicosis

A lung disease caused by breathing in dust containing silica, typical among miners and stonecutters.