Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

Causation

The action of causing something, or the relationship between cause and effect.

Causative

Acting as a cause or producing an effect, particularly in grammatical constructions that express the idea of causing someone to do something.

Caustic

Sardically sarcastic, biting, or cutting in a way that is intended to mock or hurt someone.

Cavaquinho

A small, traditional Portuguese and Brazilian stringed musical instrument of the guitar family, featuring four wire strings and played with a pick or fingers.

Caviar

The salted, non-fertilized roe (eggs) of sturgeon or other large fish, eaten as a delicacy.

Cede

To give up power or territory, typically unwillingly or as the result of a treaty or defeat.

Cel

A transparent sheet of celluloid or similar plastic used in traditional animation for painting characters and objects that are placed over a background.

Celibacy

The state of abstaining from marriage and sexual relations.

Cellulose

An insoluble substance that is the main constituent of plant cell walls and of vegetable fibers such as cotton, being a polysaccharide consisting of chains of glucose monomers.

Cenozoic

Relating to the current geological era, which began about 66 million years ago and is characterized by the dominance of mammals, birds, and flowering plants.

Censor

An official who examines material (such as publications or films) and suppresses any parts considered objectionable on moral, political, or other grounds.

Censorious

Expressing strong disapproval and critical judgment.