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| abacus |
a device used to make arithmetic calculations, consisting of a frame with parallel rods or grooves that hold movable counters such as beads. |
| absorb |
to hold the full attention of. [1/2 definitions] |
| academic freedom |
in educational institutions, the freedom of a teacher to teach, of a student to learn, and of both to discuss and hold opinions, esp. about social, political, and moral issues, without arbitrary interference or reprisals by school or public officials, organized groups, or the like. |
| adhere |
to follow or hold to closely (usu. fol. by "to"). [1/3 definitions] |
| admire |
to hold in high esteem; respect. [1/2 definitions] |
| album |
a book with blank pages or empty pockets in which a collection can be placed. An album can hold photographs, stamps, or mementos. [1/2 definitions] |
| amuse |
to hold the interest of in a pleasant way; entertain. [1/2 definitions] |
| anchor |
to make secure or hold steady. [1/4 definitions] |
| aquifer |
a bed of rock, sand, or gravel that can hold great quantities of water and supplies it to wells and springs. |
| armlock |
a wrestling hold in which one uses an arm and hand to lock an opponent's arm at the elbow. |
| arrest |
to stop and hold someone for breaking the law. [1/2 definitions] |
| autoclave |
a container made to hold superheated steam under pressure, used for sterilizing medical instruments or the like or for cooking. [1/2 definitions] |
| backlog |
to hold back for future processing or completion. [1/3 definitions] |
| bag |
a soft container used to hold things. Bags are made of materials such as cloth, paper, plastic, or leather. [1/2 definitions] |
| bagful |
the amount that a bag can or does hold. [1/2 definitions] |
| balance |
to hold steady. [1/4 definitions] |
| ballast |
heavy material placed in the hold of a boat or ship to make it more stable. [1/4 definitions] |
| bandbox |
a usu. cylindrical box of cardboard or thin wood, used to hold a hat or other clothing items. |
| bar1 |
a long piece of solid material used to support something, hold something together, or keep something outside or inside. [1/3 definitions] |
| barrel |
the amount that such a container can hold. [1/4 definitions] |
| basin |
an open, shallow bowl used to hold water for washing. [1/2 definitions] |
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