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Words Starting with "D"

Doxy
C2noun
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Doxy

A mistress, paramour, or loose woman, particularly in historical or literary contexts.

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Doze
B2verb
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Doze

Sleep lightly; nap.

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Draft
B2noun
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Draft

A preliminary version of a piece of writing or a plan.

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Draft-animal
B2noun
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Draft-animal

An animal used for pulling heavy loads or equipment, such as a plow or wagon.

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Dragonfly
B2noun
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Dragonfly

An insect belonging to the order Odonata, characterized by large multifaceted eyes, two pairs of strong transparent wings, and an elongated body, typically found near freshwater habitats.

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Drainable
B2adjective
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Drainable

Capable of being drained of liquid.

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Drainage basin
C1noun
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Drainage basin

An area of land where all precipitation collects and drains off into a common outlet, such as a river, bay, or other body of water.

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Dramatic
B2adjective
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Dramatic

Relating to drama or the theater.

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Dramatist
C1noun
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Dramatist

A person who writes plays; a playwright.

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Dramaturg
C1noun
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Dramaturg

A literary editor or advisor attached to a theater or opera company who researches, selects, adapts, and edits plays.

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Drape
B2noun
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Drape

A piece of cloth or fabric that is hung or arranged in a specific way.

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Draughtsman
C1noun
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Draughtsman

A person who makes detailed technical plans or drawings for buildings, machinery, or other structures.

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