English to English Dictionary

Velorum

The genitive form of the constellation Vela, used in the standard Bayer designation of stars located within this southern constellation.

Velutinous

Having a soft, velvety texture.

Venatic

Relating to or characteristic of hunting.

Venerate

To regard with deep respect; to revere or hold in sacred awe.

Vergilian

Relating to or characteristic of the ancient Roman poet Virgil or his literary works.

Vermination

The state of being infested with vermin, such as lice, fleas, or worms.

Verticil

An arrangement of leaves, flowers, or branches in a ring or whorl around the same point on a stem.

Vide-supra

See above; used in texts to direct the reader to a preceding passage, citation, or note.

Vinylic

Relating to, containing, or characteristic of a vinyl group or radical (-CH=CH2).

Viperous

Having the qualities or characteristics of a viper; treacherous or venomous.

Virgilian

Relating to or characteristic of Virgil or his poetry, typically marked by refined elegance, melancholy undertones, and epic grandeur.

Viridian

A blue-green pigment consisting of hydrated chromium oxide.