| abdomen |
in vertebrates, the part of the body between the chest and the pelvis, where most of the digestive organs are located. [2 definitions] |
| ablation |
surgical removal of any part of the body. [1/2 definitions] |
| ablative2 |
of or pertaining to ablation, the surgical removal of a part of the body. [1/2 definitions] |
| ablution |
a washing or cleansing of oneself, esp. as part of a religious observance or ritual. [1/2 definitions] |
| abovementioned |
introduced or discussed in an earlier part of a written text. [1/2 definitions] |
| accidental |
not part of the basic nature of a thing; secondary; incidental. [1/5 definitions] |
| accompaniment |
part of a musical composition that is intended to support more central parts. [1/2 definitions] |
| accompany |
to play or sing music with (another) as a supporting part of that person or group's performance. [1/4 definitions] |
| Achilles heel |
any vulnerable or weak spot, part, or trait. |
| act |
a single performance, usu. by a musician, comedian, or other entertainer, sometimes as part of a larger program of performances. [1/14 definitions] |
| adapter |
a device or part that adapts a machine or tool to a different use. [1/2 definitions] |
| adduct |
to move or pull (a body part such as a muscle) toward the main axis. (Cf. abduct.) |
| Aden |
a former British colony and protectorate, now part of Yemen. [1/2 definitions] |
| adjunct |
something joined to another thing but not an integral part of it; supplement; accessory. [2/4 definitions] |
| afferent |
bearing or leading toward a central organ or part, as nerves that conduct impulses to the spinal column or as veins that carry blood to the heart. |
| afterlife |
the latter part of a person's life. [1/2 definitions] |
| agitator |
a machine, or part of a machine, that automatically shakes or stirs things together, as in a can of paint or a washing machine. [1/2 definitions] |
| agonize |
to express as part of one's distress, frustration, or regret. [1/4 definitions] |
| airfoil |
any aircraft part or surface, such as a wing or rudder, designed to utilize aircurrents to aid in propelling, lifting, and controlling movement. |
| ala |
a wing or winglike part or structure on a living organism. |
| alcove |
a separate or recessed part of a room that is partly enclosed. [1/2 definitions] |