English to English Dictionary

Hemiparasite

A plant that is parasitic under natural conditions and derives some or all of its nutritional requirements from another living plant, but also possesses chlorophyll and can manufacture some of its food by photosynthesis.

Hemistich

A half of a line of poetry, or a verse divided by a caesura into two distinct parts.

Hendecasyllabic

Relating to a verse or line of poetry that consists of eleven syllables.

Hepcat

A person who is knowledgeable about modern popular culture, especially jazz music, and is considered fashionable or cool.

Hephaestus

In Greek mythology, Hephaestus is the god of fire, metalworking, and craftsmanship.

Heresthetic

The art of strategic maneuvering in politics or decision-making, designed to structure situations and alternatives so that people choose to join your side.

Herm

A squared stone pillar or pedestal topped with a carved head, bust, or torso of the god Hermes or another figure, historically used in ancient Greece as a boundary marker or milestone.

Hermeticism

A religious, philosophical, and esoteric tradition based on writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus.

Hermeticity

The state or quality of being airtight or completely sealed against the passage of air, gas, or fluids.

Herniation

The condition in which part of an organ is displaced and protrudes through the wall of the cavity containing it.

Herp

An informal term used by hobbyists and zoologists to describe a reptile or amphibian.

Herry

To strip, pillage, or lay waste to something; an archaic variant spelling of harry.