exoskeleton |
an external supporting structure such as the shell of a crustacean. (Cf. endoskeleton.) |
exosphere |
the outermost, least dense portion of the atmosphere. |
exothermic |
pertaining to a chemical reaction that results in the release of heat. |
exotic |
having a foreign origin or character. [3 definitions] |
exotic dancer |
a striptease dancer; stripper. |
exp. |
abbreviation of "expenses." [3 definitions] |
expand |
to make larger or more extensive. [5 definitions] |
expandable |
combined form of expand. |
expanded metal |
sheet metal that has been stamped or cut into a latticelike form and stretched, used to reinforce concrete. |
expanse |
a wide and open area, as of landscape; that which is of wide extent. [2 definitions] |
expansible |
capable of expanding or being expanded. |
expansion |
the act or process of expanding, or the state of being expanded. [3 definitions] |
expansion bolt |
a threaded metal rod or pin, usu. used in stone and concrete, that has an attachment that expands as it is screwed into a surface. |
expansionism |
the policy of encroaching on other territories or countries for political or economic advantage. |
expansive |
having the potential to expand. [4 definitions] |
ex parte |
in legal disputes, on or in the interests of one side only; partisan. |
expatiate |
to discuss something at great length; describe in great detail (often fol. by "upon"). |
expatriate |
to remove from one's native country or allegiance; send into exile; banish. [5 definitions] |
expect |
to hope for or look forward to with some reason to believe in fulfillment. [6 definitions] |
expectable |
combined form of expect. |
expectancy |
the state of expecting; anticipation. [2 definitions] |