English to English Dictionary

Postposing

The act of placing a word or phrase after another element in a sentence, often for emphasis or clarity.

Postpubescent

Referring to the stage of development after puberty.

Postulate

A statement that is assumed to be true for the purpose of argument or investigation.

Posture

The position in which someone holds their body when standing or sitting.

Posturing

Behavior that is intended to impress or mislead others, often involving empty threats or exaggerated claims.

Posy

A small bouquet of flowers, typically given as a gift.

Pot

A rounded container used for cooking or storing food.

Pot of Gold

In Irish folklore, a hidden hoard of gold guarded by a leprechaun at the end of a rainbow.

Potable Water

Water that is safe to drink or to use for food preparation.

Potage

A thick soup or stew made from vegetables, meat, or fish.

Potash

Various mined and manufactured salts that contain potassium in water-soluble form, primarily used as agricultural fertilizers.

Potassium carbonate

A white salt, K2CO3, soluble in water but insoluble in ethanol, used in the manufacture of soap, glass, and soft soaps.