A simplified drawing or plan that shows the exact shape, arrangement, or workings of something.
dia+gram
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Related forms: dia · 37 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixes(of a straight line) joining two opposite corners of a square, rectangle, or other flat shape at an angle
dia+gon+al
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A straight line passing from side to side through the center of a circle or sphere.
dia+meter
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A serious medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the amount of sugar in the blood because it does not have enough insulin.
dia+betes
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A very hard, clear, and valuable precious stone, used in jewellery and in industry.
dia+mond
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Extremely evil or cruel; characteristic of the Devil.
dia+bol+ic
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A conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or film.
dia+logue
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a forceful and bitter verbal attack or criticism.
dia+tribe
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The act or process of identifying a disease, illness, or problem by examining someone or something.
dia+gnos+is
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A method of examining and discussing opposing ideas in order to find the truth.
dia+lect+ic
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an illness in which waste matter is emptied from the bowels much more frequently than normal, and in liquid form
dia+rrhoea
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(of fabric) so fine and delicate as to be transparent or translucent.
dia+phan+ous
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in a way that is completely opposite
dia+metr+ically
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A jeweled crown or headband worn as a symbol of sovereignty.
dia+dem
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A type of microscopic algae that lives in water, has a cell wall made of silica, and is an important source of food and oxygen.
dia+tom
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Relating to or having diabetes
dia+bet+ic
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Relating to or in the form of dialogue.
dia+log+ic
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A process for removing waste products from the blood when the kidneys are not functioning properly.
dia+lysis
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a small, shiny decorative object, often made of glass or plastic, used on clothing or accessories
dia+mante
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an illness in which waste matter is emptied from the bowels much more frequently than normal, and in liquid form
dia+rrhea
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the spreading of people from a national group or culture to other countries
dia+spor+a
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(of a process) occurring without transfer of heat to or from the surroundings.
a+dia+batic
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a layer of muscle between the chest and the abdomen that plays a major role in breathing.
dia+phragm
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Relating to, affected by, or causing diarrhea.
dia+rrhea+al
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Concerned with the historical development of something, especially a language, over a period of time.
dia+chron+ic
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Relating to or characterized by dialogue; involving an exchange of ideas or opinions in a conversational manner.
dia+log+ical
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Able to be identified or recognized as a particular disease or condition.
dia+gnos+able
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Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.
dia+lect+ical
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Having the property of being repelled by both poles of a magnet; exhibiting diamagnetism.
dia+magnetic
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In a way that relates to the logical discussion of opposing ideas (dialectics), especially as a method of philosophical inquiry.
dia+lect+ical+ly
Shared component: dia · through
dioramaExtended relation
a model representing a scene with three-dimensional figures, often in miniature, against a painted background.
dia+orama
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diapauseExtended relation
A period of suspended development or dormancy in an insect, mite, or other arthropod, allowing it to survive unfavorable environmental conditions such as winter or drought.
dia+pause
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diureticExtended relation
(of a substance) causing increased passing of urine.
dia+uret+ic
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diagnosedExtended relation
Identified the nature of an illness or a problem by examining the symptoms.
dia+gnos+ed
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diasporicExtended relation
relating to or characteristic of a diaspora (the dispersion of any people from their original homeland).
dia+spor+ic
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dielectricExtended relation
Having the property of transmitting electric force without conduction; insulating.
dia+electric
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diaphragmaticExtended relation
relating to or affecting the diaphragm.
diaphragm+atic
Extended relation: dia · through