English to English Dictionary

reactance

The opposition of a circuit element to an alternating current, caused by the buildup of electric or magnetic fields, measured in ohms.

ready-to-eat

Of food that has been prepared or cooked beforehand and can be consumed immediately without additional preparation or cooking.

real-time

The actual time during which a process or event occurs, without any perceptible delay.

receptacle

A hollow object or space used to contain something.

recession

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

recompense

Compensation or reward given for loss or harm suffered or for effort made.

redundancy

The state of being no longer needed or useful; the dismissal of a worker because they are no longer needed.

reflexive

Referring back to the subject of the clause in which it is used.

reformism

The belief in or advocacy of gradual reform rather than abolition or revolution of a system.

register

An official list or record of names, items, or statistics.

regulations

Official rules or directives made by an authority.

reimburse

To repay (someone) for expenses incurred.