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accustomed adapted to or in the habit of (usu. fol. by "to"). [2 definitions]
ace a playing card or die face that bears only one spot. [7 definitions]
-acea used in scientific names of zoological classes or orders.
-aceae used in scientific names of botanical families.
ace-high in poker, with an ace as the highest card, as in a straight or flush.
ace in the hole a resource that remains unrevealed or unused until a particular need arises.
acellular not composed of or containing cells. [2 definitions]
-aceous of the nature of or resembling. [3 definitions]
acepromazine an oily orange compound used to immobilize large animals, to stop nausea, and to tranquilize.
acerbate to give a sour or bitter taste to. [3 definitions]
acerbic sharp, sour, or harsh in manner, tone, or the like. [2 definitions]
acerbity sharpness or severity of temper or manner. [2 definitions]
acetabulum the cup-shaped socket of the hipbone into which the top of the thighbone fits. [2 definitions]
acetal a colorless, flammable, volatile liquid compound used as a solvent, in perfumes and cosmetics, in organic synthesis, and to induce hypnosis. [2 definitions]
acetaldehyde a colorless, flammable, organic solvent.
acetamide a colorless water-soluble crystalline solid used esp. in forming organic compounds.
acetaminophen a drug used to relieve pain and reduce fever but which does not significantly reduce inflammation.
acetanilide a white crystalline organic powder produced by the effect of acetic acid on aniline and used to relieve pain and fever.
acetate a chemical compound derived from acetic acid. [2 definitions]
acetic pertaining to, containing, or producing vinegar or acetic acid.
acetic acid a clear, colorless, sour liquid compound that is the main ingredient in vinegar and is used in solvents, acetate fibers, plastics, and other products.