Greek word for tool

Translations for tool and their definitions

εργαλείο
1. n. tool (small, usually hand-held, piece of equipment used to carry out a task)
ξυλουργικό εργαλείο (carpenter’s tool)
μεταλλικό εργαλείο (metal tool)
2. n. (figuratively) tool (anything used to accomplish a task)
Το λεξικό αυτό είναι ένα πολύτιμο εργαλείο για τις σχολικές εργασίες.
The dictionary is an invaluable tool for schoolwork.

όργανο
1. n. (medicine) body organ
Η καρδιά είναι το όργανο του ανθρώπινου σώματος.
The heart is an organ of the human body.
2. n. (music) organ, instrument
μουσικό όργανο
musical instrument
3. n. equipment, appliance

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Greece is one of the unique places with its mythological history, pleasing streets, warm people and delicious food, which visually satisfies our souls. It always arouses curiosity with its language and historical texture. In terms of the appearance of Greek letters Although it may seem incomprehensible, it is actually a pleasant language that leaves a sweet sound in the ear. Moreover, Greek and Greek words are very rich in terms of expressions and meanings. It is one of the oldest languages in the Indo-European family. If we look at its history, it has a rich and varied history with its writing system inspired by the Phoenician alphabet. The history of the Greek language spans more than 2,000 years and various periods, from the Archaic Period (900-600 BC) to the Hellenistic Period (323-30 BC), but its written tradition dates back to the 1st century BC. It begins with epic poetry at the beginning of the millennium.

One of the most fascinating things about the Greek language is its ancient roots. The Greeks have been speaking a unique language for over 3000 years! As we all know, alphabets were used in Ancient Greece and were taken as a part of cultural heritage by many countries colonized by the Greeks. Fortunately, being influenced by other languages does not change one’s roots; it just makes them stronger.

The dialect of Greece is a very poetic dialect. It has a soothing voice that makes it easy to learn and can be memorized effortlessly. Unlike other languages, Greek makes use of visual images in the meaning of words. So besides their true meaning, certain features such as colours, sounds and causes make them unique. Greek has been spoken for over three and a half thousand years, making it the oldest of the Indo-European languages – hence its nickname “the mother of western languages”. Only 13.5 million people speak Greek as their mother tongue, but the global impact is huge. Most of the major foundational texts in Western philosophy – think Plato and Aristotle. And Greek is the foundation of grammar and syntax rules, as well as words and phrases in languages spoken around the world, so don’t be surprised if some of these words sound familiar to you.

We have compiled the meanings of some of the most beautiful words in modern Greek for you. Here are some beautiful Greek words that will make you wonder what I’m waiting for to discover the history of this poetic language and its effects on languages in the world. Happy reading…

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1) Charmolypi | χαρμολύπη

The first word in our list of Greek words is charmolypi. The expression Charmolipi etymologically refers to the word “joy and sorrow”. It is basically a compound word consisting of the terms joy and grief or sadness. It’s hard to translate, but conveys the idea of bittersweetness and having mixed feelings about something. It is more practical to say that chrematoli can be written as Chara (joy) or Molos (sadness). The word Charmolipi cannot be translated exactly but still it is wonderful and full of meaning. Composed of two Greek terms, one for joy and the other for grief, charmolipi encompasses all of what life means. After all, isn’t it a stunning mix of joy and sorrow?

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2) Elpida | ελπίδα

This beautiful word has an equally wonderful meaning. Derived from the word Elpis, Elpida means hope. In Greek mythology, Elpis was considered the spirit and embodiment of hope, and was usually represented by a young woman bearing fertility. Elpida comes from the ancient Greek word ἐλπίς (elpis) and is the personification and spirit of hope in Greek mythology, often depicted as a young woman bearing flowers or fertility. Today, Elpida is actually a popular name for women.

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3) Ygeia | ὑγίεια

Today’s medical care has its roots in ancient Greece. The word Ygeia extends from these roots to the present day. The word associated with Hygieia, the goddess of health and cleanliness, is derived from the word “hygiene”. Before it became colloquial, the Modern Greek phrase “Geia sou or Geia sas”—meaning “your health”—was used to wish someone well. Ygeia is also part of the Greek greeting Yia Sou, which is a wish for health.

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4) Philoxenia | φιλοξενία

We’re sure you’ve heard how hospitable the Greeks are. But did you know that this hospitality dates back to ancient Greece? True, the ancestors of the Greeks thought that Zeus sent strangers on their way and they had a moral obligation to offer everything they could to outsiders, who were considered holy persons. Okay, maybe your hotel owner or a stranger you ask for directions on the street won’t consider you exactly holy today, but they will definitely be really friendly to you and treat you like a guest of their country. Also, the word they use to describe their hospitality is the same as the Greeks used in antiquity: “filoxenia”[filokseniːa] , literally being friends with strangers.

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5) Kalon | καλόν

The word kalon means beautiful in Greek. It does not only express the visible beauty, but also expresses the invisible beauty by looking at the skin. It is used to describe someone who is not only outwardly great, but also has noble intentions and an honorable character. Greek words fascinate us all with the meanings of their roots as they reach our days, right?

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6) Filia | φιλία

Many languages use a word meaning “kisses” and “filia” as their tradition of saying goodbye.[filiaː] This is exactly what it means in Greek. Contrary to what you might imagine, it doesn’t usually mean intimacy, although it’s obvious that you’d just call someone you know pretty well “filia”, whether when you’re leaving or before you hang up. The “sweeter” version is “filakia” (literally little kisses) in which younger women sing more often. The Greek word for “kiss” is “friendship”[filiːa] You also need to make sure you don’t confuse it with

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7) Curiosity | µεράκι

This word is one of the most difficult to translate; Doing something out of curiosity means adding “a piece of your soul” to what you do. The root of this term is curiosity, which means doing something with pleasure or “labor of love” in Turkish. In usage, this word expresses a passion, an absolute devotion. When you do something with Meraki, you put your soul into it. Surprisingly, this widely used modern Greek word comes across as the term “curiosity” in Turkish. Well, curiosity breeds passion, and passion breeds labor and love. Doesn’t the thought in Turkish sound great to you too?

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Peratzatha | Περατζάδα

“peratzatha”, one of many words that can tell you something about Greek culture[peratzaːða] refers to the idle but extremely relaxing activity of people watching. Many Greeks consider this one of the most fun things to do in life, so if you’ve been to Greece before, you’ve probably noticed that many Athenian bars and cafes have tables outside. This is to take advantage of the gorgeous weather that Greece is proud of, of course, but also because there’s something strangely hypnotic about watching people pass by while you sip your coffee or drink. So, if an authentic travel experience of Greece is what you are looking for, we have not only taught you a really great Greek vocabulary, but also a very Greek alternative to the local activities that most local city tours require.

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9) Eudaimonia | ευδαιμονία

This word is formed from the root eu meaning good and tyhi meaning “luck”. It can also be translated as “contentment,” which some might say is the most genuine and most consistent form of happiness. Also spelled as Eudaemonia, the term refers to the state of being happy, healthy, and prosperous. Simply put, it means the state in which a person truly develops. We have to thank Aristotle for this term – a single term that effortlessly explains something so broad and profound.

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10) Aionia | αιώνια

The word comes from the ancient Greek term aion, meaning “age,” and gives English an indefinite but long period of time, aeon, or describes a large part of geological time. In astronomy and less formal contexts, an aeon denotes a time span of one billion years, while its full Turkish equivalent is infinity.

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11) Paracosm | παρακοσμικος

Paracosm comes from the ancient Greek words παρά (pará, ‘beside’, ‘beside’) and κόσμος (kósmos, ‘earth’, ‘universe’). The dictionary meaning of this word, also known as parakosmikos, can be defined as extraterrestrial. Together, these two expressions form the paracosm, an elaborate fantasy world woven especially by children. It is so fascinating that there is a separate Greek word for this wonderful thing that children do!

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12) Agapi | Aγάπη

With ancient Greek words, love is defined by many different words. Agapi is considered the highest form of love – the love of two partners for each other, the love that unites parents and their children, or even people’s love for God and vice versa. The term erotas (έρωτας) in modern Greek words means sincere love of a more romantic or sexual nature, while filia (φιλία) means love and friendship. It can be thought of how it differs from agapi in terms of meaning. What sets Agapi apart from others is that she is the purest form of love. Agapi or a-ga-pee is one of many beautiful Greek words for love.

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13) Kairos | καιρός

Closely related to the Greek word for time, chronos, kairos is the acknowledgment of a special moment in less than a measure of hours and years. It is the idea of the perfect moment, ripe for action. Kairos is the right moment, at the right time and in the right place, creating the perfect atmosphere for everything to fall into place effortlessly. While the English term serendipity is a fortunate development, Kairos capitalizes on coincidence. Isn’t it fascinating how everything is connected!

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14) Yia Mas | Για εμάς

As you can probably guess, “yia mas”[jaː mas] It is also a wish for health, but this time it is ours. Unlike yia soun, “yia mas” is not a greeting, but the standard toast we Greeks do before sipping a glass of alcohol in hand. So if you’re planning to explore the world-famous Athens nightlife, this is a phrase you’ll likely hear a lot. If someone offers you a toast saying “yia mas”, respond and enjoy. Pretty easy, right? You’ll enjoy Athens’ nightlife and bar hopping – and you’ll probably hear and sing about Yia Mas over and over!

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15) Philoteimos | φιλότιμο

Another difficult-to-translate word is filotimo, which encompasses a number of virtues: honor, dedication, duty, courage, pride, and honesty. Filotimo, meaning “friend of honor” or “love of honor”, refers to the once honorable and virtuous, even if it is not in his own interest. Although long counted among the highest of Greek virtues, it carried negative connotations in early writings.

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16) Chalara | χαλαρά

In its most general sense, halara means “keep calm”. When looking at the dictionary meaning, it means to relax, to relax. Often associated with the northern Greek city of Thessaloniki – known for its chilly atmosphere compared to Athens – chalara denotes a way of life meaning “relaxed” and “relaxed”.

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17) Nostalgia | Νοσταλγία

Nostalgia is one of the Greek words derived from nostos meaning returning home and algos meaning pain of something.
The meaning it gives is a combination of nostos, which means returning home, and algos, which means a dull pain, longing. Together, they create nostalgia, which refers to a deep nostalgia or sad love for the past—especially when talking about or commemorating something that was had but no longer has. Oh nostalgia!

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18) Petricho | πετρίκο

We continue our list of Greek words with a very familiar word that has been adopted in every language: petríko. It means the smell of earth where the first drop of rain touches it. Close your eyes and imagine that the rain has just started. When the first drops of rain hit the dry ground, an earthy scent comes to your senses – does it sound familiar? This wonderful earthy aroma is called petrichor and is composed of the Greek word for stone, petra, and īchōr, the blood of the mythological Greek gods. It refers to the pleasant earthy smell produced when it rains on dry ground, especially after a long period of drought. The word comes from the Greek words petra (stone) and īchōr (blood of the Greek gods).

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19) Eleftheria | Ελευθερία

Eleftheria, meaning “freedom”, specifically refers to the state of being freed from slavery. In essence, Eleftheria is gentle and pleasant; He is free-spirited and cannot be easily crushed. He doesn’t appreciate people with limited minds and attitudes. You can see this word in the Greek national slogan – Eleftheria i thanatos (Liberty or death) which is the subject of the songs of the Greek resistance against Ottoman rule.

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20) Philocalist | Φιλοκαλιστ

Philokalist or Philocalist is a Greek term used to describe a person who is able to see beauty in everything. The philologist is essentially a lover of beauty, someone who appreciates the beauty of the little things that make life worthwhile. It may not be a person found beautiful, but a tree, building or landscape. In short, this term tells us that we are in love with everything that looks beautiful. Wonderful!

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21) Eucharist | Ευχαριστω

The eucharist is a Greek word meaning ‘thank you’. Efharisto is a word you can use when you sincerely want to express your gratitude and appreciation for what has been given. If you’re traveling to Greece and just need to learn a word, let this be it. This will open up new conversations with the locals and let them know that you are enjoying all the philoxenia the Greeks shower on you!

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22) Calimera | Καλημέρα

“Calimera”[kalimeːra] another super useful and beautiful greek word. This is probably the clearest word we know of Greek. Kalimera literally means “have a nice day”. Technically, you have to use it until 12:00, after that “kalispera”[kalispeːra] – so it is preferable to say “have a nice day”. This distinction can be thought of as the difference between the English Good Morning and Good Afternoon. Both words are fairly easy to pronounce, so if you’re looking to impress your Athens tour guide or the Greek restaurant owner you just met, throwing a casual ‘kalimera’ or ‘kalispera’ into the conversation will likely get you patted on the back.

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23) Ataraxia | Aταραξία

The literal translation of Ataraxia is a state of calm calm. But the literal translation of the Greek word ataraxia is indifference. Its usage is used to express a state of ultimate freedom in which the mind is freed from the shackles of emotional disturbances such as stress and anxiety. Oh, dream!

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24) Parakalo | παρακαλο

The response to the Eucharist, parakalo, is the modern Greek word for “welcome”. But that’s not all! The Greeks like to attach several meanings to a single term. So parakalo means please along with the meaning of welcome. Between the eucharist and the parakalo, you can now say thank you, welcome and please – the holy trinity of a polite tourist!

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25) Empyrean | Ουράνιος

Yes, we have come to the end of our list of Greek words. We chose a great word for closing: Empyrean. It takes its origin from the modern Greek word empyros, which is on fire or burning. Its use comes from the Ancient Greek cosmology, the highest place in heaven called Empyrean. Although it is defined as heaven in the most basic sense, it is also referred to as the highest point of the sky, the sky dome in some sources. The term itself evokes a cosmic emotion, doesn’t it?

26)Philosophia | Φιλοσοφία

Philosophy” comes from the Greek word “philosophia,” which means “love of wisdom.” This word is derived from the combination of “philo,” meaning “love,” and “sophia,” meaning “wisdom.”

27)Theoria | Θεωρία

“Theory” comes from the Greek word “theoria,” which means “contemplation” or “a looking at.” This word is derived from the combination of “thea,” meaning “a viewing,” and “horao,” meaning “to gaze at.”

28)Klinike | Κλινική

“Clinic” comes from the Greek word “klinike,” which means “bed” or “infirmary.” This word is derived from the root “kline,” meaning “bed,” which is also the origin of the English word “incline.”

29)Krisis | Κρίσις

“Crisis” comes from the Greek word “krisis,” which means “decision” or “judgment.” This word is derived from the root “krin,” meaning “to separate” or “to decide.”

30)Khaos

“Chaos” comes from the Greek word “khaos,” which means “void” or “emptiness.” This word is derived from the root “kha,” which means “to gape” or “to be wide open.”

31)Kosmos | Κόσμος

“Cosmos” comes from the Greek word “kosmos,” which means “order” or “harmony.” This word is derived from the root “kosm,” meaning “to order” or “to arrange.”

32)Ekleipsis | Εκλειψις

“Eclipse” comes from the Greek word “ekleipsis,” which means “an abandonment” or “a failure to appear.” This word is derived from the combination of “ek,” meaning “out of,” and “leip,” meaning “to leave.”

33)Heureka

“Eureka” comes from the Greek exclamation “heureka,” which means “I have found it!” This word is derived from the combination of “eu,” meaning “well,” and “heurisk,” meaning “to find.”

34)Hyperbole | Υπερβολή

“Hyperbole” comes from the Greek word “hyperbole,” which means “excess” or “overstatement.” This word is derived from the combination of “hyper,” meaning “over,” and “bole,” meaning “to throw.”

35)Odysseia | Οδύσσεια

“Odyssey” comes from the Greek word “odysseia”

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abulic

suffering from abulia

acanthous

shaped like a spine or thorn

acetic

relating to a clear organic acid with a pungent odor

acrimonious

marked by strong resentment or cynicism

akinesia

motionlessness attributable to a temporary paralysis

allochthonous

of rocks, deposits, etc.

analeptic

stimulating the central nervous system

anastrophe

the reversal of the normal order of words

anathema

a formal ecclesiastical curse accompanied by excommunication

anathematize

curse or declare to be evil

anosmia

absence of the sense of smell

anthropomorphic

suggesting human features for animals or inanimate things

anthropophagous

of or relating to eaters of human flesh

anthroposophy

a system of beliefs and practices based on the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner; it claims to integrate the practical and psychological in child-centered education

apocalypse

a cosmic cataclysm in which God destroys the powers of evil

apocope

abbreviation of a word by omitting the final sound or sounds

Apocrypha

14 books of the Old Testament included in the Vulgate (except for II Esdras) but omitted in Jewish and Protestant versions of the Bible; eastern Christian churches (except the Coptic Church) accept all these books as canonical; the Russian Orthodox Church accepts these texts as divinely inspired but does not grant them the same status

apoplectic

marked by extreme anger

apoplexy

a loss of consciousness from the lack of oxygen in the brain

archidiaconal

of or relating to an archdeacon or his office

arenaceous

resembling or containing or abounding in sand

astragal

the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint

autoclave

a heating device used to sterilize tools and instruments

bathyscaph

navigable deep diving vessel for underwater exploration

bathyscaphe

navigable deep diving vessel for underwater exploration

bibliothecarial

of or relating to a library or bibliotheca or a librarian

burgeon

grow and flourish

byssus

tuft of strong filaments by which e.g. a mussel makes itself fast to a fixed surface

carpophagous

feeding on fruit

catamount

short-tailed wildcats with usually tufted ears

catechesis

oral religious instruction

catechism

an elementary book summarizing the principles of a religion

catechumen

a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist

cathartic

emotionally purging

cenotaph

monument to honor those whose remains are interred elsewhere

chela

a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods

chiliast

a person who believes in the coming of the millennium

chimera

a grotesque product of the imagination

chiromancer

fortuneteller who predicts your future by the lines on your palms

choragic

pertaining to or characteristic of a choragus

chordal

relating to or consisting of or emphasizing chords

columnist

a journalist who writes editorials

cotyledon

embryonic leaf in seed-bearing plants

criterion

the ideal in terms of which something can be judged

cymose

having a usually flat-topped flower cluster in which the main and branch stems each end in a flower that opens before those below it or to its side

cynodont

small carnivorous reptiles

cynosure

something that provides guidance

diadem

an ornamental jeweled headdress signifying sovereignty

diapason

either of the two main stops on a pipe organ

diaspora

the dispersion of something that was originally localized

didactic

instructive, especially excessively

dyskinesia

abnormality in performing voluntary muscle movements

ecchymosis

the purple or black-and-blue area resulting from a bruise

ecumenical

concerned with promoting unity among churches or religions

egoism

concern for your own interests and welfare

eidetic

of visual imagery of almost photographic accuracy

empyreal

of or relating to the sky or heavens

enigma

something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

enigmatic

not clear to the understanding

ephemeral

anything short-lived, as an insect that lives only for a day

ephemerid

short-lived insect

epicure

a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment

epicurean

devoted to pleasure

epigram

a witty saying

epistaxis

bleeding from the nose

epitaph

an inscription in memory of a buried person

erethism

an abnormally high degree of irritability or sensitivity to stimulation of an organ or body part

etiolate

make weak by stunting the growth or development of

eudiometer

measuring instrument consisting of a graduated glass tube for measuring volume changes in chemical reactions between gases

euphemism

an inoffensive expression substituted for an offensive one

exegesis

an explanation or critical interpretation

farinaceous

resembling starch

gnomon

indicator provided by the stationary arm whose shadow indicates the time on the sundial

halophyte

plant growing naturally in very salty soil

hebephrenia

a form of schizophrenia characterized by severe disintegration of personality including erratic speech and childish mannerisms and bizarre behavior; usually becomes evident during puberty; the most common diagnostic category in mental institutions

hegemony

the dominance or leadership of one social group over others

heliolatry

the worship of the sun

hyperbole

extravagant exaggeration

ichor

the rarified fluid said to flow in the veins of the Gods

inchoate

only partly in existence; imperfectly formed

inion

the craniometric point that is the most prominent point at the back of the head (at the occipital protuberance)

lachrymose

showing sorrow

lagomorph

relative large gnawing animals

lipaemia

presence of excess lipids in the blood

lyssa

an acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if the virus reaches the brain

mephitic

of noxious stench from atmospheric pollution

misogamist

a person who hates marriage

monandry

the state of having only one husband at a time

monastic

relating to life in an isolated religious community

myrmidon

a follower who carries out orders without question

nosology

the branch of medical science dealing with the classification of disease

nyctalopia

inability to see clearly in dim light

omphaloskepsis

the contemplation of one’s navel; complacent self-absorption

ornithischian

herbivorous dinosaur with a pelvis like that of a bird

oximeter

a measuring instrument that measures the oxygen in arterial blood

pachydermatous

of or relating to or characteristic of pachyderms

paraph

a flourish added after or under your signature

pedagogue

someone who educates young people

pedagogy

the profession of a teacher

periphrasis

an act of expressing things in an indirect or roundabout way

petrous

resembling stone in hardness

phalanx

any closely ranked crowd of people

pharos

a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships

phloem

plant tissue that conducts synthesized food substances

plethora

extreme excess

polyanthus

florists’ primroses

polyphonic

of or relating to or characterized by polyphony

polysemous

having many meanings

porphyry

any igneous rock with crystals embedded in a finer groundmass of minerals

propaedeutic

preceding and preparing for something

purgative

strongly laxative

pyrotechnic

of or relating to the craft of making fireworks

reprobate

a person without moral scruples

rhetoric

study of the technique for using language effectively

rhetorician

a person who delivers a speech or oration

sarcophagus

a stone coffin, usually bearing sculpture or inscriptions

schism

division of a group into opposing factions

schismatic

of or relating to or involved in or characteristic of schism

scion

a descendent or heir

scourge

something causing misery or death

sophistry

a deliberately invalid argument in the hope of deceiving

sphygmomanometer

a pressure gauge for measuring blood pressure

spiral

something wound in a continuous series of loops

spire

a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building

spirochete

parasitic or free-living bacteria

stenosis

abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway

synchroneity

the relation that exists when things occur at the same time

syncretism

the union of different systems of thought or belief

teratology

the branch of biology concerned with the development of malformations or serious deviations from the normal type of organism

terpsichore

taking a series of rhythmical steps in time to music

tumid

abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas

xanthous

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk

xenophobia

a fear of foreigners or strangers

xylem

plant tissue that conducts water and dissolved nutrients

zeugma

rhetorical use of a word to govern two or more words

psephology

the branch of sociology that studies election trends

hyperbolic

enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness

paean

a hymn of praise

ptosis

drooping of the upper eyelid caused by muscle paralysis and weakness

psoriasis

a chronic skin disease characterized by dry red patches covered with scales; occurs especially on the scalp and ears and genitalia and the skin over bony prominences

physic

a purging medicine

thoracic

of or relating to the chest or thorax

psilosis

a chronic disorder that occurs in tropical and non-tropical forms and in both children and adults; nutrients are not absorbed; symptoms include foul-smelling diarrhea and emaciation

microcosm

a miniature model of something

campion

any plant of the genus Silene

monoicous

having male and female reproductive organs in the same plant or animal

pseudo

not genuine but having the appearance of

autochthonous

originating where it is found

stanchion

any vertical post or rod used as a support

triskaidekaphobia

a morbid fear of the number 13

elegy

a mournful poem; a lament for the dead

zoanthropy

the delusion that you have assumed the form of an animal

metempsychosis

after death the soul begins a new cycle of existence in another human body

stachyose

a tetrasaccharide found in the tubers of the Chinese artichoke

ailanthus

any of several deciduous Asian trees of the genus Ailanthus

hypozeugma

use of a series of subjects with a single predicate

butyraceous

having the qualities of butter or yielding or containing a substance like butter

epanorthosis

immediate rephrasing for intensification or justification

myxomatosis

a viral disease (usually fatal) of rabbits

amygdaline

related to or resembling an almond

banausic

(formal) ordinary and not refined

semantic

of or relating to meaning or the study of meaning

sebaceous

containing an unusual amount of grease or oil

neologism

a newly invented word or phrase

laryngitis

an inflammation characterized by hoarseness or loss of voice

larynx

the structure containing the vocal cords

laryngectomy

surgical removal of part or all of the larynx

erysipelas

an acute streptococcal infection characterized by deep-red inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes

deipnosophist

someone skilled at informal chitchat

chalaza

one of two spiral bands of tissue connecting the egg yolk to the enclosing membrane at either end of the shell

naprapathy

a drugless method of treatment based on the belief that disease symptoms arise from problems with ligaments and connective tissues

atlas

a collection of maps in book form

splanchnic

relating to or affecting the viscera

telamon

a figure of a man used as a supporting column

phylactery

(Judaism) either of two small leather cases containing texts from the Hebrew Scriptures (known collectively as tefillin); traditionally worn (on the forehead and the left arm) by Jewish men during morning prayer

typhoid

infection marked by intestinal inflammation and ulceration

acanthosis

an abnormal but benign thickening of the prickle-cell layer of the skin (as in psoriasis)

myotonia

abnormally long muscular contractions

pityriasis

any of several skin disorders characterized by shedding dry flakes of skin

dermatosis

disorder involving lesions or eruptions of the skin

phytology

the branch of biology that studies plants

phylliform

having the shape of a leaf

polyp

a small vascular growth on the surface of a mucous membrane

palilalia

a pathological condition in which a word is rapidly and involuntarily repeated

echolalia

mechanical and meaningless repetition of another’s words

anacoluthon

an abrupt change within a sentence from one syntactic structure to another

lyric

of or relating to poetry that expresses emotion

lyricist

a person who writes the words for songs

gamopetalous

having a corolla composed of partially or wholly fused petals forming a corolla shaped like a tube or funnel

bathetic

very sentimental or emotional

cataclysm

a sudden violent change in the earth’s surface

diorama

a three-dimensional representation of a scene

numinous

of or relating to or characteristic of a spirit

ecphonesis

an exclamatory rhetorical device

metricize

express in the metric system

metric

based on a decimal unit of measurement

elegiac

resembling or characteristic of a lament for the dead

nomothetic

relating to or involving the search for abstract universal principles

metastasis

the spreading of a disease to another part of the body

metastasis

the spreading of a disease to another part of the body

metastasize

spread throughout the body

pyrethrum

white-flowered pyrethrum of Balkan area whose pinnate leaves are white and silky-hairy below; source of an insecticide; sometimes placed in genus Chrysanthemum

hallux

the first largest innermost toe

Pollux

the brightest star in Gemini; close to Castor

meiosis

cell division that produces reproductive cells

dialyzer

a medical instrument for separating substances in solution by unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes

myringa

the membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound

cholangitis

inflammation of the bile ducts

thylacine

rare doglike carnivorous marsupial of Tasmania having stripes on its back; probably extinct

ichneumon

northern African mongoose

pelycosaur

large primitive reptile having a tall spinal sail

philately

the collection and study of postage stamps

emmetropia

(ophthalmology) the normal refractive condition of the eye in which there is clear focus of light on the retina

ophthalmology

the branch of medicine concerned with the eye

chalazion

a small sebaceous cyst of the eyelid resulting when a Meibomian gland is blocked

retroflex

bent or curved backward

polysemantic

of words; having many meanings

thallophyte

any of a group of cryptogamic organisms consisting principally of a thallus and thus showing no differentiation into stem and root and leaf

cryptogamic

of or relating to a cryptogam

siriasis

sudden prostration due to exposure to the sun or excessive heat

syncytium

a mass of cytoplasm containing several nuclei and enclosed in a membrane but no internal cell boundaries (as in muscle fibers)

cytol

the protoplasm of a cell excluding the nucleus

cytoplasm

the substance inside a cell, not including the nucleus

lyophilize

to dry by freezing in a high vacuum

hendiadys

use of two conjoined nouns instead of a noun and modifier

apophysis

(anatomy) a natural outgrowth or projection on an organ or body part such as the process of a vertebra

chloasma

a tan discoloration of a woman’s face that is associated with pregnancy or with the use of oral contraceptives

melasma

a tan discoloration of a woman’s face that is associated with pregnancy or with the use of oral contraceptives

argillaceous

resembling or containing clay

gueridon

a small round table

anchusa

any of various Old World herbs of the genus Anchusa having one-sided clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers

mydriasis

reflex pupillary dilation as a muscle pulls the iris outward

mydriatic

a drug that causes the pupil of the eye to dilate

machicolation

a projecting parapet on a medieval castle

hyson

a Chinese green tea with twisted leaves

scorpion

arachnid of warm dry regions having a long segmented tail ending in a venomous stinger

hebdomadal

of or occurring every seven days

hebdomadary

of or occurring every seven days

corymb

flat-topped or convex inflorescence in which the individual flower stalks grow upward from various points on the main stem to approximately the same height; outer flowers open first

antrorse

bent or curved forward or upward

morion

a metal helmet worn by common soldiers in the 16th century

fungicidal

capable of destroying fungi

petechia

a minute red or purple spot on the surface of the skin as the result of tiny hemorrhages of blood vessels in the skin (as in typhoid fever)

ptomaine

any of various amines (such as putrescine or cadaverine) formed by the action of putrefactive bacteria

andradite

a garnet consisting of calcium iron silicate and having any color ranging from yellow and green to brown and black; used as gemstone

therapsid

probably warm-blooded; considered direct ancestor of mammals

empirical

derived from experiment and observation rather than theory

elysian

relating to the abode of the blessed after death

Elysium

a place or condition of ideal happiness

etymology

a history of a word

analogy

drawing a comparison in order to show a similarity

analogous

similar or equivalent in some respects

analog

something having a similarity to something else

syntax

the study of the rules for forming admissible sentences

hemorrhagic

of or relating to a hemorrhage

dithyramb

a passionate hymn, usually in honor of Dionysus

dithyrambic

of or in the manner of a dithyramb

charisma

personal attractiveness that enables you to influence others

pleonasm

using more words than necessary

antipodal

the relation of opposition along a diameter

naphtha

a volatile, flammable liquid made of hydrocarbons

halcyon

a mythical bird said to breed at the winter solstice

xylose

a sugar extracted from wood or straw

tryst

a secret rendezvous, especially a romantic one

phlegmatic

showing little emotion

anemophilous

of flowering plants that are pollinated by the wind

anechoic

not having or producing echoes; sound-absorbent

klaxon

a loud electric horn

thalassic

relating to the seas, especially smaller or inland seas

lachrymal

of or relating to tears

sylph

a slender graceful young woman

yttrium

a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys

diaphanous

so thin as to transmit light

purgation

purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

catharsis

purging the body to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

bucolic

devoted to raising sheep or cattle

pyrrhic

relating to a victory that is offset by staggering losses

monoecious

having male and female reproductive organs in the same plant or animal

astylar

lacking columns or pillars

scorpaenoid

fishes having the head armored with bony plates

nexus

the means of connection between things linked in series

homophone

a word pronounced the same with another meaning or spelling

atrabilious

irritable as if suffering from indigestion

coelostat

optical device used to follow the path of a celestial body and reflect its light into a telescope; has a movable and a fixed mirror

protomammal

probably warm-blooded; considered direct ancestor of mammals

homograph

one of two words spelled the same way that differ in meaning

axiom

a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof

conchology

the collection and study of mollusc shells

chlorofluorocarbon

a fluorocarbon with chlorine

oleaginous

containing an unusual amount of grease or oil

rhabdomancer

someone who uses a divining rod to find underground water

ecdysis

periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles

acolyte

a devoted follower or assistant

ichthyologist

a zoologist who studies fishes

haematoidin

an orange-yellow pigment in the bile that forms as a product of hemoglobin; excess amounts in the blood produce the yellow appearance observed in jaundice

choreograph

compose a sequence of dance steps, often to music

beryl

the chief source of beryllium

tympanum

the main cavity of the ear

gingiva

the tissue of the jaws that surrounds the bases of the teeth

ontogenesis

the process of an individual organism growing organically

ontogeny

the process of an individual organism growing organically

tympanitis

inflammation of the inner ear