English to English Dictionary

ballad

A poem or song narrating a story in short stanzas.

banishment

The punishment of being sent away from a country or place.

bank account

An arrangement with a bank whereby a customer can deposit and withdraw money.

banknote

A piece of printed paper currency issued by a central bank.

banquet

A large, formal meal for many people, often celebrating a special occasion.

bantamweight

A weight class in certain sports (such as boxing, wrestling, and MMA) heavier than flyweight and lighter than featherweight.

barb

A sharp projection near the end of an arrow, fishhook, or similar item, angled away from the main point so as to make extraction difficult.

beacon

A fire or light set up on a high or prominent position as a warning, signal, or landmark.

belt

A strip of leather or other material worn around the waist to support clothing or as decoration.

benchmark

A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.

beneath

At a lower level or layer than; under.

benign

Gentle and kind.