English words starting with P

(in statistics) a number between 0 and 1 that indicates how likely it is that a particular result would have occurred by chance, used to assess the strength of evidence against a null hypothesis.

bland or insipid intellectual matter, entertainment, etc.; something that is simplistic or lacks substance.

bland or insubstantial intellectual nourishment, entertainment, or ideas.

the speed at which someone or something moves, or with which something happens or changes

A single-file formation of cyclists, each riding closely behind the other to reduce wind resistance.

An artificial device placed in the body to regulate the heartbeat.

A person or thing that sets the speed or standard for others to follow, especially in a race or competition.

a japanese mechanical game resembling a vertical pinball machine, used for gambling.

a member of a Mexican-American youth subculture, especially in the 1940s, known for a distinctive style of dress and slang.

A very large mammal with thick skin, especially an elephant, rhinoceros, or hippopotamus.

A low-growing evergreen plant of the box family, with small white flowers, often used as ground cover in shady areas.

tending to lessen conflict or promote peace; peaceful.

The act of making a place or people peaceful after a period of fighting or unrest.

A rubber or plastic nipple for a baby to suck on.

The belief that war and violence are morally wrong and that disputes should be settled by peaceful means.

A person who believes that war and violence are morally wrong and refuses to take part in or support wars.

Opposed to war or violence as a means of settling disputes; advocating or relating to pacifism.

To make someone who is angry or upset become calm and quiet.

The speed at which someone or something moves, or at which something happens or changes.

To put things into a container, especially for transport or storage.

(of a habit, especially smoking) done, consumed, or occurring at the rate of one standard pack per day

An object or group of objects wrapped in paper or packed in a box.

(of goods) wrapped or enclosed in a container or covering for storage, transport, or sale.

Consumer products that are sold in containers or wrappers, typically in a standardized form for mass distribution and retail sale.

a person or company that packages goods, especially for sale.

The materials used to wrap or protect goods that are sold or transported.

A bag, typically a backpack or rucksack, designed for carrying personal belongings, especially during travel or outdoor activities.

Completely full; having as many people or things as possible in a space.

A person or machine that packs goods, especially for transportation or sale.

A small paper or cardboard container, typically one in which goods are packed for sale.

A horse used for carrying loads, especially on its back.

The act or process of putting things into containers, especially for storage or transport.

A building where food, especially meat, is processed and packed for shipment and sale.

A person who collects and stores things that are often useless or of little value; a hoarder.

A formal agreement between two or more people, groups, or countries, especially one in which they agree to do or not to do something.

A thick piece of soft material used for protection, comfort, or cleaning.

filled or covered with soft material to add thickness, protection, or comfort.

Soft material used to fill, protect, or give shape to something.

a short pole with a wide, flat part at one or both ends, used for moving a small boat through water

a large freshwater fish with a long, flat, paddle-shaped snout, native to the Mississippi basin and China.

a person who paddles a boat, especially a canoe or kayak.

A large wheel with boards or paddles fixed around its rim, used to propel a boat by turning in the water.

the activity or action of moving a small boat through water using a paddle or paddles.

a small field or enclosure where horses are kept or exercised.

a field where rice is grown

A detachable lock with a hinged or sliding shackle that can be passed through a staple or link and then secured.

Fastened or secured with a padlock.

A title or form of address for a priest, especially in Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.

a song of praise or triumph.

Relating to the branch of medicine dealing with children and their diseases.

A doctor who specializes in the branch of medicine concerned with children and their diseases.

The branch of medicine dealing with the medical care and diseases of infants, children, and adolescents.

a spanish dish of rice, saffron, chicken, seafood, etc., cooked and served in a large shallow pan.

A person who holds religious beliefs that are not part of any of the world's main religions, especially one who worshipped many gods in ancient times.

a religion that has many gods or that worships nature and the earth, especially one that existed before the main world religions

One side of a sheet of paper in a book, magazine, etc.

A book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly.

A public entertainment consisting of a procession of people in elaborate, colorful costumes, or an outdoor performance of a historical scene.

Elaborate display or ceremony, especially involving colorful costumes and impressive scenes.

A young male attendant or servant, especially one in uniform.

A small electronic device that receives and displays short messages or telephone numbers, alerting the user with a beep or vibration.

The process of dividing a computer's memory into fixed-size blocks called pages.

a religious building of east asia, typically a many‑tiered tower with upward‑curving eaves, often associated with buddhism.

An exclamation expressing disgust, contempt, or disbelief.

Having received money for work or services done.

Describing something that has been purchased with money, as opposed to being free or complimentary.

(of a member or shareholder) having paid the full amount owed for shares, fees, or subscriptions.

A bucket, typically made of metal or plastic and often with a handle.

physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury

Full of or characterized by pain, either physical or emotional.

Not involving or causing any pain.

Having the effect of reducing or eliminating pain.

Having the effect of reducing or eliminating pain.

showing or expressing pain, distress, or unhappiness

causing physical or emotional pain

in a way that involves or causes pain

a medicine used to reduce or remove physical pain.

causing or involving no physical pain

In a way that causes no pain or discomfort.

Showing or characterized by diligent care and great effort; very careful and thorough.

With great care and thoroughness

To cover a surface or object with a coloured liquid to protect it or make it look attractive.

Describing something that lacks originality, creativity, or spontaneity because it follows a rigid, formulaic, or simplistic set of rules or instructions.

Covered with small drops or marks of paint.

Covered with small marks or drops of paint, typically in a messy or random way.

Marked or discolored with paint.

a game in which participants shoot capsules of paint at each other from air guns.

a brush used for applying paint.

covered with a layer of paint

Describing something, especially eyebrows or a smile, that looks artificial, as if it has been drawn or applied like paint.

a person whose job is painting buildings, walls, etc.

relating to or characteristic of a painter; having qualities, such as visible brushstrokes or a focus on color and texture, that are typical of painting rather than drawing or photography.

the act or skill of using paint to create a picture or design.

without paint; lacking a coat of paint.

the painted surface of a car or other object, especially considered in terms of its condition or appearance.

two things of the same type that are used or considered together

Consisting of two matching or connected items.

the action or process of putting two or more people or things together as a pair or as corresponding partners.

a fellow countryman or compatriot, especially among italian or spanish speakers.

A distinctive intricate pattern of curved feather-shaped figures, often in a teardrop shape, used especially on fabric.

a soft, loose pair of pants and a top worn for sleeping or relaxing at home.

Of or relating to Pakistan, its people, or their culture.

A piece of food, especially a vegetable, coated in a spiced batter and deep-fried.

A close friend.

A large, impressive building that is the official home of a king, queen, president, or other important person.

Any of the twelve legendary peers of Charlemagne's court.

Relating to the early phase of the Stone Age, lasting about 2.5 million years, when primitive stone implements were used.

a covered litter for one passenger, formerly used in east asia, carried on the shoulders of two or more men.

The quality of being pleasant or acceptable to taste.

(of food or drink) pleasant to taste

Relating to the palate (the roof of the mouth).

the top part of the inside of your mouth

resembling a palace, especially in being very large and impressive

prolonged and idle discussion; fuss or bother.

Light in colour; not strong or dark

Of a light, soft shade of blue.

having a pale face, especially as a result of shock, fear, or illness.

Of a light, soft, or muted shade of green.

of a very light, soft pink color.

having skin that is light in color, especially in comparison to others.