English to English Dictionary

Pneudraulic

Relating to or operated by a combination of pneumatic (gas) and hydraulic (liquid) pressure mechanisms.

Pneuma

The vital spirit, soul, or creative force of a person, or the breath of life.

Pneumonia

A serious medical condition in which one or both lungs become filled with liquid and inflamed, causing breathing difficulties.

Pneumonic

Relating to or affecting the lungs.

Poach

To cook food, especially eggs, fish, or fruit, gently in simmering liquid.

Poached

Cooked by simmering gently in a small amount of liquid such as water, milk, or wine.

Poached-turkey

A turkey breast or whole bird that has been cooked by simmering gently in a seasoned liquid, broth, or stock.

Poaching

The illegal hunting, catching, or trapping of wild animals, typically associated with land belonging to someone else or protected conservation areas.

Pochade

A small, rough sketch or quick painting, especially one done outdoors to capture a fleeting impression of light and color.

Pochard

A migratory diving duck of the northern hemisphere, noted for its reddish-brown head and neck.

Poche

A small pocket or enclosed space, especially a cavity or recess in anatomical, geographical, or architectural contexts.

Pocheen

An illicitly distilled traditional Irish spirit, typically made from malted barley or potatoes and possessing a very high alcohol content.