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Define surreptitious. surreptitious synonyms, surreptitious pronunciation, surreptitious translation, English dictionary definition of surreptitious. adj. Obtained, done, or made by clandestine or stealthy means. See Synonyms at secret. sur′rep·ti′tious·ly adv. sur′rep·ti′tious·ness n. American Heritage®...

Define ferrule. ferrule synonyms, ferrule pronunciation, ferrule translation, English dictionary definition of ferrule. ferrule top to bottom: household paintbrush, round paintbrush, and cosmetic brush n. 1. A metal ring or cap placed around a pole or shaft for reinforcement...

Define plexus. plexus synonyms, plexus pronunciation, plexus translation, English dictionary definition of plexus. n. pl. plexus or plex·us·es 1. A structure in the form of a network, especially of nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatics: the cardiac plexus; the pelvic...

Define listless. listless synonyms, listless pronunciation, listless translation, English dictionary definition of listless. adj. 1. Lacking energy or disinclined to exert effort; lethargic: felt tired and listless. 2. Characterized by a lack of energy or interest: a listless...

Define lycanthrope. lycanthrope synonyms, lycanthrope pronunciation, lycanthrope translation, English dictionary definition of lycanthrope. n. 1. A werewolf. 2. A person affected with lycanthropy. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright © 2016 by Houghton...

Define phellem. phellem synonyms, phellem pronunciation, phellem translation, English dictionary definition of phellem. n. Botany See cork. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright © 2016 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company....

Define sternutation. sternutation synonyms, sternutation pronunciation, sternutation translation, English dictionary definition of sternutation. n. 1. The act of sneezing. 2. A sneeze. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright © 2016 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt...

Define appurtenance. appurtenance synonyms, appurtenance pronunciation, appurtenance translation, English dictionary definition of appurtenance. n. 1. Something associated with another, more important thing; an accessory. See Synonyms at attachment. 2. appurtenances Equipment, such as clothing,...

Define invective. invective synonyms, invective pronunciation, invective translation, English dictionary definition of invective. n. 1. Denunciatory or abusive language; vituperation: an orator known for his abundant use of invective. 2. A denunciatory or abusive expression or...

Define arbor. arbor synonyms, arbor pronunciation, arbor translation, English dictionary definition of arbor. n. A shady resting place in a garden or park, often made of latticework on which plants such as climbing shrubs or vines are grown. n. 1. An axis or shaft...