English to English Dictionary

Spotty

Occurring irregularly; uneven or unpredictable in quality, performance, or availability.

Sprain

An injury to a joint caused by the twisting of the ligaments, usually resulting in pain and swelling.

Spreadsheet

An electronic document in which data is arranged in rows and columns of a grid and can be manipulated and used in calculations.

Sprightly

Full of life and energy; lively, animated, and nimble.

Spring

The season of the year between winter and summer, during which vegetation begins to appear, in the northern hemisphere from March to May and in the southern hemisphere from September to November.

Spring-Onion

A young onion that is harvested before the bulb matures, often characterized by a long green stalk and a small white bulb.

Spring-thaw

The melting of snow and ice during the spring season, typically causing rivers to rise and ground to soften.

Sprinter

An athlete who competes in sprinting events, typically running distances of 100 to 400 meters.

Sprinting

The action or practice of running at full speed over a short distance.

Spruce

A type of coniferous tree belonging to the genus Picea, known for its needle-like leaves and cones.

Spur

A device with a small spike or a spiked wheel that is worn on a rider's heel and used for urging a horse forward.

Spurt

A sudden, short burst of increased activity, effort, or speed.