English words starting with H

Relating to or characteristic of the style of the English film director Alfred Hitchcock, especially in creating suspense and tension.

(informal) Married.

third person singular present of hitch. to fasten or connect something to another thing with a rope, hook, etc.

to travel by getting free rides in passing vehicles.

a person who travels by getting free rides in passing vehicles.

the activity of travelling by getting free rides in passing vehicles.

the present participle or gerund of the verb 'hitch', meaning to fasten or connect something to another object, especially a vehicle.

to or toward this place

until now or until the point in time under discussion.

relating to or characteristic of adolf hitler or his policies, especially the nazi ideology of aggressive nationalism, racism, and totalitarianism.

(in sports, especially baseball) having failed to make a hit or hits

A person, especially in the music or entertainment industry, who is consistently successful at creating popular hits.

A person who is paid to kill someone.

a person or thing that hits or strikes something.

the present participle or gerund of the verb 'hit', meaning to bring one's hand or a tool or weapon into contact with someone or something quickly and forcefully.

A member of an ancient people who established an empire in Anatolia and northern Syria from around 1700 to 1200 BC.

not having or showing evidence of infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (hiv)

Having a positive result on a test for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), indicating infection.

Measures taken to reduce or eliminate the risk of contracting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

A structure where bees live, especially a beehive

An informal greeting, a variant of 'hi' or 'hello'.

A sound made to express thoughtful consideration, hesitation, or a request for repetition.

Used to express hesitation, doubt, or thoughtful consideration.

A type of health insurance plan in the United States that provides care through a network of doctors and hospitals for a fixed monthly fee.

An exclamation used to attract attention, express surprise, or urge someone to stop.

Boring, dull, or routine; lacking in interest or excitement.

a long sandwich made with a variety of meats, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments, typically served on a long roll or baguette.

(Of hair) greyish-white with age.

to collect and store large amounts of something secretly

A person who collects and keeps large amounts of things, often to the point where it causes problems.

a large board on the outside of a building or at the side of the road, used for displaying advertisements.

a grayish-white coating of ice crystals that forms on surfaces outdoors when the temperature falls below freezing.

(of a voice) sounding rough and harsh, typically as the result of a sore throat or of shouting.

in a rough, harsh, and grating voice, typically because of a sore throat or shouting.

a rough, harsh quality of a person's voice, typically due to a sore throat or a cold.

very old and familiar and therefore not interesting or funny

an act intended to trick or deceive people, often by making them believe something false

a person who creates or perpetrates a hoax.

A flat surface at the side of a fireplace, used for heating pans or keeping food warm.

relating to or characteristic of the english philosopher thomas hobbes or his ideas, especially the view that human life in a state of nature is solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short, requiring a strong central authority to maintain order.

A member of an imaginary race similar to humans, of small size and with hairy feet, in stories by J.R.R. Tolkien.

to walk with difficulty, taking short, unsteady steps, often because of an injury.

walked with difficulty, typically because of pain or injury; limped.

An activity that you do for pleasure when you are not working.

a person who pursues a particular hobby or interest for pleasure, not as a main job.

A mischievous or evil spirit; a goblin.

to spend time socially with someone, especially someone who is rich, famous, or of high social status

a person who travels from place to place in search of work, often living in poverty and sometimes begging

the joint in the leg of a four-legged animal, such as a horse or dog, that corresponds to the human ankle

A game played on ice or field in which two teams try to hit a small, hard ball or a puck into the opponent's goal using curved sticks.

meaningless talk or activity used to trick or confuse people, especially in order to make something seem complicated or magical

A V-shaped open container on a pole, used for carrying bricks, mortar, or other building materials on the shoulder.

a confused mixture of different things

A garden tool with a thin, flat blade set at a right angle on a long handle, used for breaking up soil and removing weeds.

a lively social gathering with folk music and square dancing, especially in rural north america.

A pig, especially a castrated male reared for slaughter.

Rendered helpless or powerless, as if by being tied up.

a traditional dwelling of the Navajo people, typically made of logs and earth with a domed roof.

A long, narrow ridge or series of hills with a sharp crest and steeply sloping sides, resembling the back of a hog.

a large cask or barrel, especially one with a capacity of 52.5 imperial gallons (about 238 litres) used for beer or wine.

Nonsense; foolish or worthless talk or ideas.

A term used in the phrase "hoi polloi" to refer disparagingly to the common people; the masses.

to raise or lift something to a higher position, especially using ropes or machinery

behaving in a way that suggests you think you are better or more important than other people; haughty or snobbish.

obviously sentimental in a way that seems exaggerated or fake

nonsense or pretentious talk or writing used to impress or deceive

to have or keep something in your hand, arms, etc.

A thing that stops or hinders progress

a person or thing that holds something

Something that is owned, such as land, property, or shares in a company.

A person, organization, or country that continues to resist or refuses to agree to something.

a person or thing that remains from a previous period of time

A situation that causes a delay

A hollow space in a solid object or surface.

A small, modest, and often unpretentious place, especially a bar, restaurant, or shop.

Full of holes.

a day of festivity or recreation when no work is done

characterized by an attitude of smug or hypocritical moral superiority.

the state or quality of being holy; sacredness.

the theory that parts of a whole are in intimate interconnection, such that they cannot exist independently of the whole, or cannot be understood without reference to the whole, which is thus regarded as greater than the sum of its parts.

considering a whole thing or being to be more than a collection of its parts.

in a way that considers a whole thing or being to be more than a collection of parts; in a comprehensive, integrated manner.

a rich sauce made of butter, egg yolks, and lemon juice or vinegar.

to shout or call out loudly

shouting or calling out loudly

having a hole or empty space inside

having deep-set or sunken eyes, often as a result of tiredness, illness, or hunger.

articles of tableware, such as bowls, cups, or vases, that are hollow or concave.

Having a hole or empty space inside

having had the inside removed, leaving only an outer shell

the process of becoming hollow or the state of having a hollow area.

in a way that lacks real significance, sincerity, or substance; emptily.

the state or quality of having a hole or empty space inside

a type of bush or small tree with shiny, dark green leaves that have sharp points and bright red berries in winter, often used as a christmas decoration

A tall garden plant with large showy flowers on a single stem.

Characteristic of or resembling the glamour, extravagance, or typical features of the American film industry, especially as associated with Hollywood.

A great or complete destruction, especially by fire.

a fictional simulated reality facility, typically found in science fiction, that uses holograms and force fields to create immersive, interactive environments.

a three-dimensional image formed by the interference of light beams from a laser or other coherent light source.

A document, especially a will, handwritten entirely by the person who signs it.

relating to or made using holography

a method of producing a three-dimensional image of an object by recording on a photographic plate or film the pattern of interference formed by a split laser beam and then illuminating the pattern either with a laser or with ordinary light.

A leather case for carrying a handgun or other weapon, typically worn on a belt or under the arm.

(of a gun or similar weapon) placed in a holster

connected with god or a god; considered to be special and treated with respect because of this

special honor or respect shown publicly.

A man, especially one with a strong, tough, or masculine character.

a man's felt hat with a narrow, curled brim and a lengthwise crease in the crown.

The place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household.

(of bread, cakes, etc.) baked at home, not commercially.

Based in or operating from a person's home.

(of beer or other alcoholic drinks) made at home rather than commercially.

Made or constructed by the owner or user, especially at home, rather than by a professional or in a factory.

A commercial enterprise operated from the owner's residence.

The process of purchasing a house or apartment to live in.

The care or support provided to a person in their own home, especially when they are ill, elderly, or disabled.

Describing food that has been prepared in a home kitchen, typically implying a wholesome, traditional, or non-commercial quality.

The sports ground or stadium that is the usual venue for a particular team's games, giving them a perceived advantage.

The activity or process of decorating the interior of a home.

(of goods, especially food) brought to a customer's home