English to English Dictionary

Sterilization

The process of making something free from bacteria or other living microorganisms.

Stethoscope

A medical instrument used for listening to the action of someone's heart or breathing.

Stick

A thin, usually wooden shoot or branch broken or cut from a tree or bush.

Stick It to Someone

To punish, penalize, or severely mistreat someone, especially by overcharging or taking unfair advantage of them.

Stiff

Not easily bent or changed in shape; rigid.

Stigma

A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.

Stigmatized property

A property that has been psychologically or culturally tainted by a tragic event, crime, or paranormal association, often lowering its market value.

Stillage

A device or apparatus used for distilling liquids, especially in the production of alcoholic beverages.

Stilted

Of a manner of speaking or writing, stiff and self-conscious rather than natural and relaxed.

Stimulation

The act of encouraging or arousing interest or enthusiasm.

Stimulus

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue, or encourages activity in general.

Stink

To have a strong, unpleasant smell.