French to English Dictionary (Dictionnaire Français-Anglais)

real-time

The actual time during which a process or event occurs, without any perceptible delay.

revolve

To move in a circle on or as if on a central axis.

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.

slacker

A person who avoids work and effort; an idler.

stocky

Broad and solidly built; sturdy and relatively short in stature.

tactics

The methods and actions used to achieve a particular goal or objective.

telescope

An optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer, containing an arrangement of lenses, or of curved mirrors and lenses.

temperament

A person's or animal's nature, especially as it permanently affects their behaviour.

therapeutic

Relating to the healing of disease; having a good effect on the body or mind.

ton

A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (short ton) or 2,240 pounds (long ton), or roughly 1,000 kilograms (metric ton).

topography

The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area.