|
|
Reverse Search
Reverse Search allows you to search within the full text of dictionary entries for words, word parts, and phrases.
Search for entries that contain:
Exact matches of any of the individual words entered in the search box.
Example: Searching for "apple orange" identifies all entries that contain the word "apple" or the word "orange."
Any form of any of the individual words entered in the search box.
Example: Searching for "apple orange" identifies all entries that contain the word "apple" or "apples" or "orange" or "oranges."
Exact matches of all of the individual words entered in the search box.
Example: Searching for "apple orange" identifies all entries that contain the word "apple" and the word "orange."
The exact sequence of words and/or characters entered in the search box (for example, a fragment of a word, a single word, multiple words, or even a phrase containing punctuation)
Example: Searching for "a variety of apple" identifies all entries that contain that phrase. Searching for "app" identifies all entries that contain the letters "app," such as occurrences of "apple," "application," and "apply."
Search within these fields:
Optional:
Limit by part of speech:
| anniversary |
the celebration of such an event. [1/2 definitions] |
| annunciation |
(cap.) the angel Gabriel's announcement to the Virgin Mary of Jesus Christ's incarnation, or the Christian celebration of this on March 25. [1/2 definitions] |
| bacchanal |
one who worships the ancient Roman wine god Bacchus or takes part in a celebration held by his cult. [1/3 definitions] |
| bonfire |
a large fire built outside for celebration or warmth. |
| Candlemas |
a Christian religious celebration held on February 2, in which the blessing of candles for sacred use is performed to commemorate the purification of the Virgin Mary and the presentation of the infant Jesus Christ in the temple. |
| decennial |
a tenth anniversary, or the celebration of it. [1/3 definitions] |
| deck |
to dress or decorate in a fancy way for a special event or celebration. [1/4 definitions] |
| epiphany |
(cap.) a Christian celebration on January 6 of the revelation of the divinity of Jesus Christ to the Magi. [1/3 definitions] |
| farewell |
a party or celebration marking a departure, usu. in honor of those departing; farewell party. [1/5 definitions] |
| feed |
(informal) a large meal, as at a celebration. [1/13 definitions] |
| -fest |
a gathering or celebration involving (such) activity. |
| festal |
of or suited to a feast, festival, or celebration. |
| festival |
a ceremony or celebration that repeats, often once a year, and involves special activities or amusements. [1/2 definitions] |
| festive |
of, relating to, or intended for a feast or celebration. [1/2 definitions] |
| festivity |
a celebration; festival. [2 definitions] |
| fiesta |
a festival or religious celebration in nations where Spanish is spoken. |
| gala |
a happy celebration, especially a large, elaborate one. |
| garland |
a wreath, chain, or string worn for celebration or decoration. Garlands are made of flowers, leaves, or vines. |
| holiday |
a day on which ordinary business activity is suspended, in commemoration or celebration of some person or event. [2/5 definitions] |
| husking bee |
a gathering of family, friends, or neighbors to husk corn, usu. held as a party or celebration with other festivities included; cornhusking; husking. |
| jamboree |
(informal) a noisy or enthusiastic party or celebration. [1/2 definitions] |
|
|