Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

Stilt

One of a pair of long poles with foot supports enabling the user to walk elevated above the ground or mud.

Stimulant

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

Stimulus

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue, or encourages activity in general.

Stimulus-saturation

A condition in behavioral psychology where a reinforcer or stimulus loses its effectiveness due to overuse or excessive repetition.

Stipend

A fixed regular sum paid as a salary, allowance, or scholarship.

Stipulation

A condition or requirement that is specified or demanded as part of an agreement.

Stipule

A small leaf or leaf-like structure at the base of a leaf stalk.

Stir up a hornet's nest

To create a lot of trouble, anger, or controversy by saying or doing something provocative.

Stockpile

A large accumulated stock of goods or materials, especially one held in reserve for use at a time of shortage or other emergency.

Stoic

Enduring pain and hardship without showing one's feelings or complaining.

Stoical

Enduring pain and hardship without showing one's feelings or complaining.

Stoichiometry

The calculation of relative quantities of reactants and products in chemical reactions.