neologize |
to coin new words, or make new meanings for existing words. |
neomycin |
an antibiotic drug used to treat infections, esp. of the skin and eyes. |
neon |
a chemical element of the inert gas group that has ten protons in each nucleus and that is used in liquid form as a refrigerant, and in gaseous form as an atmosphere for electrical discharge lamps because it glows a brilliant orange when excited by electricity. (symbol: Ne) [5 definitions] |
neonate |
a newborn child, esp. one in its first month of life. |
neophyte |
a beginner or novice at any activity. [3 definitions] |
neoplasm |
a new growth of tissue that is abnormal or different from surrounding tissue; growth or tumor. |
Neoplatonism |
a philosophical school and doctrine founded by Plotinus in the third century A.D. that asserts that all existence flows from a single source, with which the soul seeks to unite. |
neoprene |
a synthetic, weather-resistant rubber used in paint and putty, as a lining or covering, and in shoe soles. |
Nepal |
an Asian country between India and Tibet. |
nepenthe |
in ancient writings, a drink or potion said to have been used to dull pain and sorrow and induce forgetfulness. [2 definitions] |
nephew |
a son of one's brother, brother-in-law, sister, or sister-in-law. |
nephrectomy |
surgical removal of one or both kidneys. |
nephridium |
the excretory organ found in many invertebrates. [2 definitions] |
nephrite |
a compact mineral that is a variety of jade and that varies in color from whitish to dark green. |
nephritis |
inflammation of the kidneys. |
nephro- |
kidney. |
nephrology |
the branch of medicine that deals with the kidneys. |
nephropathy |
any disease of the kidney. |
ne plus ultra |
(Latin) the highest point, esp. of achievement or excellence; ultimate. |
nepotism |
favoritism shown to a near relative, as in preferential hiring or patronage. |
Neptune |
in Roman mythology, the god of the sea; Poseidon. [2 definitions] |