English to English Dictionary

Parasite

An organism that lives in or on another organism of another species and benefits by deriving nutrients at the other's expense.

Parasitism

A relationship between two organisms in which one organism benefits at the expense of the other.

Parataxis

A rhetorical term for a writing style that juxtaposes phrases or clauses without coordinating or subordinating them.

Parboil

To boil (food) until it is partly cooked.

Parbrise

The front window of a vehicle that protects the occupants from wind and debris.

Parcel

A thing or collection of things wrapped in paper in order to be carried or sent by mail.

Parch

To make dry, especially by exposure to heat.

Parched

Extremely dry, especially due to heat or lack of moisture.

Parchment

A stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal, usually a sheep or goat, used as a durable writing surface in ancient and medieval times.

Pardon

The action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offense, specifically the official exemption of a person from the penalties of a crime.

Pared-Back

Reduced to the essentials; minimalist in style or design.

Pareja

A couple or a pair of people, often in a romantic or committed relationship.