Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

Mayflower Compact

The first agreement for self-government to be created and enforced in America, signed by male passengers of the Mayflower in 1620.

Meiotic prophase

The initial, extended phase of meiosis during which homologous chromosomes pair up, undergo genetic recombination via crossing over, and condense.

Mensch

A person of integrity and honor; a thoroughly good, kind, and admirable human being.

Middle Passage

The forced voyage of enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas as part of the triangular trade route.

Militarized-Police

A police force that has been equipped and trained to operate in a manner similar to military forces.

Minimum-weight

Having the least possible weight among a set of alternatives or under specified constraints.

Minton

Fine porcelain, pottery, or ceramic ware produced by the historic English factory established by Thomas Minton.

Mise en place

The preparation of ingredients, such as chopping vegetables, measuring spices, and organizing tools, before starting to cook.

Misperceive

To perceive incorrectly or to misunderstand.

Mistress

A woman who has control or authority over someone or something.

Mistrial

A trial that has been rendered invalid or inconclusive because of a fundamental error in procedure, serious misconduct, or a deadlocked jury unable to reach a unanimous verdict.

Money-pit

A place or enterprise that consumes vastly more money than it is worth or than was anticipated.