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imperial2 a small, pointed beard grown on the lower lip and chin.
imperial3 a gold coin formerly minted in Russia worth ten, and later fifteen, rubles.
imperial gallon a British unit of capacity equal to 1.2 U.S. gallons or 4.546 liters.
imperialism the policy of extending the rule or authority of one nation over others by territorial acquisition or through economic or political dominance. [3 definitions]
imperialistic of or pertaining to the rule or authority of one nation over others by territorial acquisition or through economic or political domination. [2 definitions]
imperil to put at risk; endanger.
imperious like or in the manner of an absolute ruler in expecting obedience; domineering. [2 definitions]
imperishable not subject to death, destruction, or decay; lasting.
impermanent not permanent or lasting.
impermeable not permitting passage or penetration.
impermissible not to be permitted; unallowable.
impersonal without reference or connection to any person. [5 definitions]
impersonalize to make impersonal.
impersonate to act or assume the character of; pretend to be (another real or fictitious person or type of person).
impertinence rudeness or insolence in action or speech. [3 definitions]
impertinent rude or impudent. [2 definitions]
imperturbable not easily excited or disturbed; calm.
impervious not allowing penetration or passage. [3 definitions]
impetigo an infectious skin disease, esp. among children, marked by pustules that erupt and form thick crusts, esp. on the face.
impetuosity the state or condition of being impetuous. [2 definitions]
impetuous sudden and impulsive. [2 definitions]