English words starting with P

A device consisting of a rubber cup on a handle, used to clear blocked pipes by means of suction.

(of a neckline on a piece of clothing) very low-cut.

To put something down heavily or carelessly.

(of a tense) denoting an action completed prior to some past point of time specified or implied, formed in English by had and the past participle.

(of a word or form) denoting more than one, or in some languages more than two

a situation in which people of different social classes, religions, races, etc., are together in a society but continue to have their different traditions and interests.

A person who believes that the existence of different types of people, beliefs, or opinions within a society is a good and necessary thing.

Relating to or advocating a system in which multiple distinct groups, principles, or sources of authority coexist within a society.

The fact or state of being plural; more than one in number.

The process of making a word plural or expressing more than one.

added to

Used to describe clothing designed for people who are larger than the average size.

Used to describe clothing designed for people who wear larger than standard sizes.

very soft, thick, and comfortable, like the fabric plush

a form of government in which the wealthy rule or have the greatest influence.

A person who is powerful because they are rich.

A dense, radioactive metallic chemical element used in nuclear reactors and weapons.

to work steadily at a trade or business; to travel regularly over a route

A form of exercise that involves rapid and repeated stretching and contracting of muscles, designed to increase strength and explosiveness.

a strong board made by gluing thin layers of wood together with the direction of the grain alternating.

The period from 12:00 noon to 11:59 at night.

Operated by air or gas under pressure.

using air or gas pressure to cause movement or operate a system.

Relating to the study of spirits or spiritual beings, especially in Christian theology concerning the Holy Spirit.

the branch of theology concerned with the Holy Spirit or with spiritual beings and phenomena.

relating to or caused by pneumococci, the bacteria that cause pneumonia and some other diseases.

a genus of fungi, one species of which is a cause of pneumonia in immunocompromised individuals.

a serious illness affecting one or both lungs that makes breathing difficult

Relating to or affecting the lungs; pulmonary.

a condition in which air or other gas collects in the pleural cavity, causing the lung to collapse.

A very small amount or a tiny bit.

To cook something, especially fish or an egg without its shell, in or over gently boiling water or other liquid.

(of an egg) cooked in or with gently boiling water without its shell.

a person who hunts or catches game or fish illegally.

To illegally hunt or catch animals, birds, or fish on someone else's property or in contravention of official protection.

A small pus-filled swelling on the skin, especially one characteristic of chickenpox or smallpox.

Covered with small hollow marks or holes, as if from disease or damage.

A small bag sewn into or on clothing, used for carrying small articles.

small enough to fit into a pocket; very small or compact.

Very small; small enough to fit into a pocket.

a small book for carrying in the pocket, especially one for notes or a diary.

the amount that a pocket can hold.

a small knife with one or more blades that fold into the handle, designed to be carried in a pocket.

A small hollow scar on the skin, especially one left by a pustule or acne.

having hollow marks or scars on the surface, like those left by smallpox or acne.

a little; somewhat (used in musical directions)

A long, narrow, flat part of some plants, such as beans and peas, that contains the seeds and usually has a thick skin

a digital audio file made available on the internet for downloading to a computer or mobile device, typically available as a series, new installments of which can be received by subscribers automatically.

Relating to the medical care and treatment of the human foot.

a person whose job is to treat problems and diseases of people's feet

The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and disorders of the foot.

A small platform on which a person stands to be seen by an audience, as when making a speech, conducting an orchestra, or receiving a prize.

A piece of writing in which the words are chosen for their sound and the images they suggest, not just their obvious meaning. It is often arranged in separate lines, usually with a regular rhythm, and sometimes with a pattern of repeated sounds.

A person who writes poems.

a female poet.

Relating to or characteristic of poetry.

having the qualities of poetry; imaginative and emotional in expression

In a way that is like or relates to poetry, especially in being beautiful and expressing emotion.

The study of the principles and forms of poetry

literary work in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by the use of distinctive style, rhythm, and often meter; poems collectively or as a genre of literature.

An organized, often officially encouraged massacre or persecution of a particular ethnic group, especially Jews.

the quality of evoking a keen sense of sadness, regret, or pity; deeply moving quality.

the quality of evoking a keen sense of sadness, regret, or pity; emotional depth.

Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply moving.

in a way that evokes a keen sense of sadness or regret

a tropical plant with large red, pink, or white leaves that look like petals, often used as a christmas decoration

A single, particular idea, fact, or part of an argument or discussion.

relating to or being a computer interface or system in which commands are issued or items are selected by moving a cursor to a specific point on the screen and pressing a button on a mouse or similar device.

(of a camera) designed to be used with minimal manual adjustment by the user, typically having automatic focus, exposure, and flash settings.

(of a shot, bullet, etc.) fired from very close to the target

Considering or dealing with each item or detail separately and in order.

A player in basketball who is typically the team's primary ball-handler and playmaker, responsible for directing the team's offense.

Having the characteristics of a point; appearing as or resembling a single, dimensionless point.

A type of health insurance plan that allows members to choose healthcare providers from a network but also provides some coverage for out-of-network services, typically requiring a referral from a primary care physician.

Describing something located at or designed for the place where a product or service is actually used by the consumer.

a particular attitude or way of considering a matter

(of pollution) coming from a single, identifiable place or origin.

(of a route or journey) going directly from one place to another without stopping or changing to another vehicle, line, or system.

the tip of the toe.

having a sharp tip or end

in a way that is clearly intended to express criticism or to have a particular effect

a thin piece of metal on a piece of equipment that moves to show a measurement

A technique of painting in which small, distinct dots of color are applied in patterns to form an image.

The mortar between the bricks or stones in a wall.

having no purpose, meaning, or use; futile.

in a way that has no purpose, reason, or useful result

The quality or state of having no purpose, meaning, or usefulness.

having a pointed tip or end; sharp.

(informal, derogatory) used to describe an intellectual or academic person, implying they are overly concerned with abstract theories and out of touch with practical realities.

Having a toe or tip that tapers to a sharp point.

a calm, confident manner and control over your feelings

having a calm and confident manner, ready to act or deal with something difficult

A substance that can cause illness or death when taken into the body

Containing poison or having had poison added.

A person who kills or attempts to kill someone by administering poison.

the act of giving poison to a person or animal, causing illness or death.

containing poison; capable of causing illness or death if taken into the body

To push a finger or other pointed object quickly into someone or something.

a metal rod with a handle, used for stirring an open fire or for moving logs or coal in a fireplace

having a face that shows no emotion or reaction so that people cannot tell what one is thinking or feeling.

(of a place) small, cramped, and shabby

(present participle) to push a finger or other pointed object quickly into someone or something

(of a place) small, cramped, and shabby

A police officer.

Relating to or situated near the North or South Pole.

The state of having two opposite or contradictory tendencies, opinions, or aspects.

The process of causing something to develop poles or opposite extremes.

To cause people, opinions, or situations to divide into two opposing groups.

divided into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs

A device that produces or transmits polarized light.

Causing people to divide into two groups with opposing opinions or positions.

A long, thin, rounded piece of wood or metal, used as a support.

A small, dark brown, wild animal with a strong, unpleasant smell, related to the weasel.

A strong verbal or written attack on someone or something; a passionate argument or controversy.

Relating to or involving strongly critical, controversial, or disputatious writing or speech.

A person who engages in or is skilled in polemics; a controversialist.

a type of thick, soft food made from cornmeal (maize flour) boiled in water.

The official organization that is responsible for protecting people and property, making people obey the law, finding out about and solving crime, and catching criminals

a male member of a police force.

a female member of a police force.