a1 |
one of the four human blood types. (See ABO system.) [1/6 definitions] |
AB1 |
one of the four human blood groups. (See ABO system.) |
ABO system |
a classification system for the inherited antigens found on the surface of human red blood cells, which determine compatibility for blood transfusions. |
absurd |
of, showing, or relating to the belief that there is no order or meaning in human existence or in the universe. [1/3 definitions] |
absurdist |
having or expressing the belief that human existence and behavior are meaningless or absurd. [2/3 definitions] |
accident |
an event that occurs without human planning or intent. [1/3 definitions] |
Adam |
according to the Old Testament, the name of the first man, created by God from dust, and the progenitor of the human race. |
Adam's apple |
the projection at the front of the human throat formed by the largest cartilage of the larynx, visible esp. in men. |
afterbirth |
the placenta and fetal membranes expelled from the uterus after the birth of a human or animal. |
albacore |
a variety of tuna found in warm to temperate waters, and often canned for human consumption. |
albino |
a human or animal that is born without normal coloring. Albinos have very pale skin and hair and pink eyes. Plants can also be albinos. |
andro- |
male; masculine; human. |
android |
a robot or machine having human characteristics. |
angel |
a spiritual being who acts as a servant or messenger of God. Angels are often represented as human figures with wings and a halo. [1/2 definitions] |
animal |
a living creature that is not a plant or a human. [1/2 definitions] |
animalism |
the theory that human beings are merely animals without spiritual qualities. [1/2 definitions] |
animality |
the animal characteristics or nature of human beings. [1/3 definitions] |
animal rights |
rights of animals not to be subordinated to the needs and wants of human beings. |
anthropo- |
human. |
anthropocentric |
evaluating everything in terms of human goals or experiences. [1/2 definitions] |
anthropoid |
of apes, resembling a human being, esp. in shape. [1/3 definitions] |