English to English Dictionary

Peer group

A group of individuals of similar age, status, or interests, often influencing each other's behavior and social development.

Peer-to-Peer Sharing

A method of distributing data directly between users without the need for a central server.

Peer-to-peer

A decentralized network architecture where each participant (peer) can act as both a client and a server.

Peevishness

A state of being easily annoyed, irritated, or petulant about minor or trivial things.

Peg-top

A toy that spins on its axis, typically made of wood and having a pointed end.

Pegasus

A mythological winged horse.

Peishientuan

A specialized collective group or organization referenced within specific Chinese socio-administrative contexts.

Pejorative

Expressing contempt, disapproval, or a low opinion; derogatory.

Peking Duck

A famous Chinese dish from Beijing characterized by its thin, crisp skin, traditionally sliced and served with thin pancakes, scallions, and sweet bean sauce or hoisin sauce.

Pelagic zone

The open ocean water column that is neither close to the bottom nor near the shore, comprising the vast majority of habitable space in the world's oceans.

Pelagic-yield

The total biological production or harvestable biomass originating from the open pelagic zone of a body of water.

Pelisse

A long, often fur-lined coat or cloak worn by women, especially in the 18th and 19th centuries.