genie |
in Islamic mythology, a usu. impish supernatural being, often in human form, that will do one's bidding, esp. grant one's wishes; jinn; jinni. |
genital |
of or concerning reproduction or the sexual reproductive organs, esp. the external ones. |
genitalia |
the organs involved in sexual reproduction, esp. the external ones. |
genitals |
the organs of reproduction, esp. the external ones. |
genitive |
of, relating to, or denoting a grammatical case that usu. indicates possession, source, or other such relationship. [3 definitions] |
genitourinary |
of or concerning the organs of sexual reproduction and urination. |
genius |
extraordinary power of intellect, esp. as shown in artistic or scientific work. [5 definitions] |
genocide |
the intentional attempt to exterminate all members of a certain race, nationality, or ethnic group. |
genome |
a complete, single set of chromosomes. |
genotype |
the genetic makeup of a living creature. (Cf. phenotype.) [2 definitions] |
-genous |
generating; yielding; producing. [2 definitions] |
genre |
a particular type, sort, or category. [3 definitions] |
genre painting |
a kind of painting in which everyday subjects or scenes are treated realistically. |
gens |
in ancient Rome, a patrilineal clan having a common name and worshiping a common ancestor. [2 definitions] |
gent |
(informal) a man; gentleman. |
genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. [2 definitions] |
gentian |
any of a large variety of European and American plants that bear colorful, usu. blue or yellow flowers. [2 definitions] |
gentile |
(sometimes cap.) a person who is not Jewish, esp. a Christian. [4 definitions] |
gentility |
the quality or state of one who is genteel; refinement of manners and behavior. [2 definitions] |
gentle |
without harshness, aggressiveness, or violence. [7 definitions] |
gentlefolk |
people of good family and breeding, usu. of high social standing. |