English to English Dictionary

shank

The part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle, or the corresponding part of an animal's leg.

shift-work

A system of work in which different groups of workers rotate through a schedule of alternating time periods to cover a 24-hour day.

shirt

A garment for the upper body, typically made of cotton or a similar fabric, with a collar, sleeves, and buttons down the front.

shoal

A large number of fish swimming together.

shoreline

The line where the shore and water meet.

shoulder

The upper joint of each human arm where it connects to the trunk, or the corresponding part in other animals.

shrewdness

The quality of having or showing good powers of judgement; astuteness.

shriek

A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream.

sink

A fixed basin in a kitchen or bathroom used for washing dishes, hands, etc.

skeleton

The internal or external framework of bone, cartilage, or other rigid material supporting or containing the body of an animal or plant.

skulk

To keep out of sight, typically with a sinister or cowardly motive.

skyscraper

A very tall building of many stories.