French to English Dictionary (Dictionnaire Français-Anglais)

rigorous

Extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate.

rime

Frost formed on cold objects by the rapid freezing of water vapor in cloud or fog.

ripple effect

A spreading effect or series of consequences caused by a single action or event.

rotary

Turning on an axis like a wheel; revolving.

rousing

Exciting, stirring, or inspiring enthusiasm.

sabayon

A light, frothy dessert made by whipping egg yolks, sugar, and wine (usually Marsala) over heat.

sabotage

The deliberate destruction, damage, or obstruction of something, especially for political or military advantage.

sacristan

An official in charge of a sacristy and church valuables, vestments, and related maintenance.

safeguard

A measure taken to protect someone or something or to prevent something undesirable.

saga

A long story of heroic achievement, or a long, involved series of events or a documentary film series.

sagacity

The quality of being sagacious; keen mental discernment and good judgment; shrewdness.

sanctum

A private place where one is free from intrusion.