temp.1 |
abbreviation of "temperature." |
temp.2 |
abbreviation of "temporary." |
tempeh |
an Indonesian food that is high in protein, made of fermented soybeans. |
temper |
a habitual state of mind or manner of feeling. [11 definitions] |
tempera |
a painting medium using pigments mixed with a glutinous substance such as egg yolk, glue, or gum. [2 definitions] |
temperable |
combined form of temper. |
temperament |
the manner of thinking, feeling, and acting that is characteristic of a particular person or animal. [2 definitions] |
temperamental |
overly excitable or irritable. [3 definitions] |
temperance |
moderation in action, emotion, speech, or the like; self-restraint. [2 definitions] |
temperate |
characterized by moderation or self-control; restrained. [4 definitions] |
Temperate Zone |
either of two zones or areas of the earth between the tropics and the polar circles, characterized by seasonal climatic changes; North Temperate Zone; South Temperate Zone. |
temperature |
the degree of heat or cold of a body or an environment. [3 definitions] |
tempered |
having a specified kind of temper (usu. used in combination). [3 definitions] |
temper tantrum |
a violent, noisy display of temper, esp. by a young child; tantrum. |
tempest |
a very strong and violent wind, esp. when accompanied by rain, sleet, hail, or snow. [2 definitions] |
tempest in a teapot |
a violent commotion, argument, or the like over a small matter. |
tempestuous |
characterized by disturbance or commotion; stormy; turbulent. [2 definitions] |
Templar |
a knight of a religious military order founded by the Crusaders in the twelfth century in Jerusalem. |
template |
a pattern or mold used as a guide, especially a thin piece of metal, plastic, or wood used in cutting or shaping other pieces, as in woodworking. [4 definitions] |
temple1 |
a building or place where a deity or deities are worshiped. [4 definitions] |
temple2 |
the flat area on either side of the head between the forehead and ear. |