English to English Dictionary

plasma

The colorless fluid part of blood, lymph, or milk, in which corpuscles or fat globules are suspended.

platter

A large flat dish or plate for serving food.

pliant

Easily bent; flexible. Also used metaphorically to describe someone easily influenced or yielding.

pliers

A hinged tool used for gripping things or for bending and cutting wire.

pneumatic

Containing or operated by air or gas under pressure.

pneumoconiosis

A disease of the lungs caused by the habitual inhalation of mineral or metallic dust.

pocket-watch

A small watch designed to be carried in a pocket, typically attached to a chain or fob.

podcast

A digital audio file made available on the internet for downloading to a computer or mobile device, typically available as a series.

podiatry

The branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremities.

polarization

Division into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs.

polypropylene

A tough, lightweight synthetic resin made by polymerizing propylene, widely used for textiles, containers, ropes, and molded products.

poodle

An active, intelligent dog breed characterized by a dense, curly coat, traditionally clipped.