Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

Dual-subordination

A condition or relationship in which an organization, official, or entity is subordinate to two separate hierarchical authorities simultaneously.

Dualism

The philosophical concept that two fundamental and distinct principles or realities exist, often referring to the separation of mind and body.

Dubiousness

The quality of being doubtful, questionable, or lacking certainty.

Duchy

The territory, domain, or rank of a duke or duchess.

Ductility

The physical property of a metal or other material that allows it to be drawn out into a thin wire or deformed under tensile stress without fracturing.

Dugong

A large, herbivorous marine mammal of the order Sirenia, closely related to the manatee, having a streamlined body and a fluked tail, inhabiting shallow coastal waters of the Indian and western Pacific oceans.

Duplicity

Deceitfulness in speech or conduct; speaking or acting in contradictory ways to different people to mislead.

Durian

The large, spiny, edible fruit of a tropical southeast Asian tree, known for its tough, prickly husk and strong, distinctive odor.

Dussehra

A major Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana and the goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura.

Dutiable

Subject to the payment of a duty, especially a customs tax imposed on imported goods.

Dutiful

Conscientiously performing the duties expected of one; characterized by obedience and a sense of obligation.

Duxelles

A finely chopped mixture of mushrooms, shallots, and herbs sautéed in butter and cooked down to a paste, used as a seasoning or filling.