Alphabetical word directory
English words starting with H
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haywire
adjnot working properly or in a normal way because of loose connections, breakages, etc.; out of control
hazard
nsomething that could be dangerous or cause damage or accidents
hazardous
adjinvolving risk or danger
haze
na slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles.
hazel
na small tree or bush that produces nuts
hazelnut
nthe brown hard-shelled nut of the hazel tree, which can be eaten.
hazily
advin a way that is not clear or is difficult to see or understand
haziness
nthe quality of being unclear or vague because of a lack of definite outlines or details.
hazing
nThe practice of playing tricks or imposing humiliating or dangerous tasks on a new member of a school, college, sports team, etc., as part of an initiation ritual.
hazy
adj(of the sky or air) filled with or obscured by haze, mist, or light vapor; not clear.
he
pronUsed to refer to a man, boy, or male animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
he-man
na very strong, powerful, and masculine man
he/she
pronUsed to refer to a male person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
head
nThe upper part of the human body, or the front or top part of an animal's body, containing the brain, mouth, and sense organs.
head-banging
adjInvolving or characterized by violent and rhythmic shaking of the head, typically to loud rock or metal music.
head-butt
vto hit someone with the head, especially in a fight or in sports.
head-butting
nThe act of hitting someone or something with the head, especially as an attack.
head-coaching
nThe job or position of being the head coach of a sports team.
head-high
adjReaching up to the height of a person's head.
head-in-the-sand
adjDescribing a refusal to acknowledge or confront an unpleasant or dangerous reality
head-on
adjinvolving the front of one vehicle or object hitting the front of another
head-shaking
adjExpressing disapproval, disbelief, or disappointment, typically by moving the head from side to side.
head-spinning
adjmaking you feel dizzy, confused, or amazed because things are happening very fast or are very complicated
head-to-head
adjinvolving two people or groups confronting each other directly in a competition or conflict
head-to-toe
adjCovering or including the entire body from head to feet.
head-turning
adjattracting a lot of attention or interest because of being very unusual, striking, or attractive
headache
na continuous pain in the head.
headband
nA band of fabric worn around the head, typically to keep hair or sweat out of the eyes or as a decoration.
headbanger
nA person who moves their head violently up and down in time with the loud, fast beat of rock or metal music.
headboard
nA vertical panel at the head of a bed.
headcount
nThe number of people in a particular place or employed by a particular organization.
headdress
na decorative covering or band for the head, often worn on formal or ceremonial occasions.
headed
adjHaving a head or heading of a specified kind (often used in combination).
header
nA piece of text, such as a title or a page number, positioned at the top of a page or section of a document.
headfirst
advWith the head in front of the rest of the body; headlong.
headgear
nitems worn on the head, such as hats, helmets, or other protective or decorative coverings.
headhunter
nA person or company whose job is to find and recruit highly skilled people for jobs in other companies.
heading
nA title at the top of a page or section of a book or document.
headlamp
na powerful lamp at the front of a vehicle for illuminating the road ahead.
headland
nA narrow piece of land that sticks out from the coast into the sea.
headless
adjhaving no head
headlight
nA powerful light at the front of a vehicle.
headline
nA line of words printed in large letters at the top of a newspaper or magazine article, summarizing its main point.
headline-grabbing
adjDesigned to attract a lot of public attention, especially in the media.
headline-making
adjAttracting a lot of public attention and being widely reported in the news.
headlined
vTo be the main performer or feature in a show, event, or publication.
headliner
nthe main performer or act in a show, concert, or other entertainment event, typically given the most prominent billing.
headlining
vAppearing as the most important or prominent performer or feature, especially in a show or event.
headlock
na method of holding someone in a fight with your arm tightly around their head
headlong
advWith the head first and the rest of the body following.
headman
nThe leader or chief of a tribe, village, or community.
headmaster
na man who is the head teacher of a school, especially a private school.
headmistress
na woman who is the head teacher in a school
Headnote
nA note or comment, typically summarizing the key points, placed at the beginning of a text, chapter, or legal case report.
headphone
na device with a part to cover each ear through which you can listen to music, radio broadcasts, etc. without other people hearing
headpiece
nA protective or decorative covering for the head, such as a helmet or headdress.
headquarter
vTo have the main offices of an organization in a particular place
headquarters
nThe main offices or center of operations of an organization, especially a military or business organization.
headrest
nA support for the head, especially one attached to the back of a seat.
headroom
nThe space between the top of a person's head and the ceiling of a vehicle or room.
heads-up
nA warning or piece of information given in advance to allow preparation.
headscarf
na piece of cloth worn over a woman's head and often tied under the chin.
headset
nA pair of headphones, typically with a microphone attached, worn on the head.
headship
nThe position or state of being the leader or person in charge of an organization, group, or school.
headshot
nA photograph of a person's head, especially one used for official purposes.
headspace
nThe mental and emotional state or condition of a person.
headstart
nan advantage that someone has over other people in something such as a competition or race
headstone
na stone that is placed at one end of a grave, usually with the name of the person who has died and other details written on it.
headstrong
adjdetermined to do things your own way and refusing to listen to advice; stubborn and willful.
headwaiter
nA waiter who is in charge of the other waiters in a restaurant or dining room.
headwall
nA steep slope or cliff at the head of a valley or cirque.
headwater
nThe source or upper part of a stream or river.
headwaters
nThe streams that form the source of a river.
headway
nforward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult
headwear
nitems worn on the head, such as hats, caps, or headscarves.
headwind
na wind that is blowing towards a person or vehicle that is moving, so that it is blowing from the direction in which they are going, making movement more difficult.
heady
adjHaving a strong effect on the senses, especially in a pleasant or exciting way; intoxicating.
heal
v(of a wound or injury) to become healthy and sound again; to make whole.
healed
v(of a wound or injury) to become sound or healthy again
healer
na person who cures people when they are ill, especially using particular methods or spiritual power
healing
nthe process of becoming or making somebody/something healthy again; the process of getting better after an emotional shock
health
nThe condition of a person's body or mind, especially in terms of being free from illness or injury.
health-based
adjFounded on or derived from considerations of health.
health-care
nThe organized provision of medical care to individuals or a community.
health-club
nA commercial establishment offering facilities for physical exercise and fitness.
health-conscious
adjPaying close attention to one's health and making choices intended to maintain or improve it.
health-enhancing
adjMaking something better, more effective, or more valuable in relation to health.
health-food
nfood that is considered to be very good for your health, especially because it is natural and does not contain artificial substances
health-giving
adjPromoting good health; beneficial to one's physical or mental well-being.
health-insurance
nA type of insurance that covers the cost of medical and surgical expenses for the insured person.
health-maintenance
nThe activity or process of preserving or sustaining a state of good health, often through regular care or preventive measures.
health-oriented
adjHaving health as a central focus or primary goal.
health-plan
nA type of insurance that pays for medical care.
health-policy
nA course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organization or government in the area of healthcare and public health.
health-promoting
adjHelping to cause or encourage good health and physical well-being.
health-reform
nA major change or improvement in the system of providing medical care within a country or region.
health-related
adjConnected to or concerning health or physical condition.
health-risk
na factor, condition, or behavior that increases the chance of developing a disease or suffering an injury.
health/fitness
nThe state of being free from illness or injury; a person's mental or physical condition.
healthful
adjgood for your health; promoting physical well-being.
healthfully
advIn a manner that promotes good health and physical well-being.
healthfulness
nThe quality of being conducive to good health; wholesomeness.
healthily
advIn a way that shows good health or promotes good health.
healthy
adjin good physical or mental condition; possessing good health.
healthy-looking
adjHaving an appearance that suggests good health; appearing fit and well.
heap
nAn untidy pile of things
heaped
adjforming a heap or mounds; piled up
hear
vTo perceive or become aware of a sound with the ears.
hearer
na person who hears something, especially someone who listens to a speaker, a performance, or a sound
hearing
nthe ability to perceive sound
hearing-aid
nA small electronic device that fits in or behind the ear, worn to make sounds louder for a person with hearing loss.
hearing-impaired
adjhaving a reduced or significant lack of ability to hear sounds; partially or completely deaf.
hearken
vto listen attentively; to give heed
hearsay
ninformation that you have heard from other people but do not know to be true; rumor or gossip.
hearse
na vehicle used for carrying the coffin at a funeral.
heart
nThe organ in your chest that sends blood around your body.
heart-attack
nA sudden serious medical condition in which the heart stops working normally, often causing severe chest pain.
heart-bypass
nA surgical procedure to create a new route for blood to flow to the heart, bypassing a blocked or narrowed coronary artery.
heart-disease
nA disease that affects the heart and its blood vessels, such as coronary artery disease or heart failure.
heart-healthy
adjGood for the health of the heart; promoting cardiovascular well-being.