English to English Dictionary

Terpenoid

A large and diverse class of naturally occurring organic chemicals similar to terpenes, derived from five-carbon isoprene units, but containing oxygen heteroatoms or undergoing structural rearrangements.

Tessella

A small block of stone, tile, glass, or other material used in the construction of a mosaic.

Tessellated

Covered with a pattern of small squares or blocks resembling a mosaic.

The End of the World

A concept or belief regarding the ultimate destruction or cessation of existence of the world.

Theocrat

A person who advocates or participates in the rule of a state by religious leaders.

Theosophic

Relating to or characteristic of theosophy or theosophists, involving a system of speculative philosophy concerned with attaining a direct knowledge of God through mystical insight.

Thereunto

To that place, thing, or matter; thereto.

Theriomorphism

The attribution of animal forms or characteristics to a god or deity, commonly found in polytheistic religions.

Thew

Physical strength or muscularity.

Thoracic septum

A dividing wall or membrane within the thorax, such as the mediastinum or other fibrous partitions separating thoracic structures.

Thrave

A number of sheaves of grain, typically 24, set up together in the field.

Thrawn

Characterized by a stubborn or contrary disposition.