English to English Dictionary

Diffusive

Tending to spread widely or scatter in all directions; dispersive.

Difunctional

Having two functional groups in a molecule, capable of undergoing specific chemical reactions at two sites.

Dig

To break up and move earth or soil.

Dig one's own grave

To do something that will cause one's own failure, downfall, or ruin.

Digest

A summary or condensed version of a text or information.

Digestible

Able to be easily broken down in the alimentary canal into substances that can be absorbed and used by the body.

Digestion

The process of breaking down food by mechanical and enzymatic action in the alimentary canal into substances that can be used by the body.

Digestive

Relating to the process of digesting food.

Digestive agent

A substance, such as an enzyme or pharmaceutical preparation, that promotes or aids the digestion of food.

Digger

A person or machine that digs, especially in the context of excavation or construction.

Digit

A numeral or symbol representing a number.

Digital

Expressing data as a series of the digits 0 and 1, typically for use in a computer.